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We recognise the challenges in tackling crimes carried out online, including in relation to metal theft. In April, we published our Online Harms White Paper which proposes a new regulatory framework, with a new statutory duty of care to ensure companies take responsibility for harmful and illegal content and activity on their services.<\/p>
A 2015 Home Office evaluation of Government and police interventions aimed at reducing metal theft found good evidence that they drove a reduction in offences. In addition, a 2017 review of the 2013 Act found that it continues to provide a strong legislative foundation for addressing metal theft. The evaluation and review are available on GOV.uk. We continue to work closely with the police and others to keep this area under review.<\/p>"}
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