#768 Are Governments Using "Safety" as an Excuse to Censor the Internet?

The Niall Boylan Podcast (They Told Me To Shut Up) · Jun 11, 2026 · 1h 12m

Social Democrats TD Sinéad Gibney has called for much stronger action against social media platforms, arguing that harmful and dangerous content is spreading online with little accountability. She has repeatedly criticised what she sees as failures by governments and regulators to properly control Big Tech and has advocated stronger regulation of online platforms and algorithms.

Now, in the wake of recent riots, violent protests and growing public disorder, a new debate has emerged. Some politicians argue that graphic videos showing assaults, stabbings, riots, street violence and criminal…