The UK government plans to classify extreme misogyny as terrorism and involve schools and police in countering radicalization.

The UK government is considering classifying extreme misogyny as terrorism under new plans. The Home Office has been directed to conduct a swift analysis of extremism, mapping and monitoring trends, and understanding evidence of successful disruption and diversion methods from extremism. This analysis aims to identify policy gaps that need to be addressed to effectively combat those promoting harmful and hateful beliefs and violence. If the plans are enacted, school teachers would be required to refer students suspected of extreme misogyny to the government's counter-terror program. Local police would assess those referred for signs of radicalization and potential deradicalization. The decision comes after concerns that misogynistic influencers like Andrew Tate are radicalizing teenage boys online, similar to how terrorists draw in their followers.

August 17, 2024
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