In 2019, an interview between John Anderson and Konstantin Kisin shed light on the issue of social media arrests in different countries. A subscriber forwarded a portion of the interview to us, prompting us to investigate the claims made by Kisin.
During the interview, Kisin mentioned that 400 people were arrested in Russia for social media posts, while 3,300 people were arrested in the U.K. for similar offenses. At first, these numbers seemed shocking and possibly exaggerated. However, further research revealed some interesting findings.
We discovered information from the Mayor of London (London Assembly) stating that 5,332 people had been arrested and charged for various offenses under the Communications Act 2003 between 2008 and 2017. Additionally, an article in The Times confirmed that over 3,300 people were detained and questioned for online trolling in the U.K., indicating a significant rise in arrests over the years.
Despite initial skepticism, it appears that the numbers for the U.K. are accurate, highlighting the oppressive nature of the country’s social media laws. Kisin’s claim of 400 arrests in Russia, while high, could also be credible considering the country’s track record in suppressing dissent.
Ultimately, the U.K. emerged as the “winner” in the oppressiveness contest, showcasing the extent of social media policing in the country. As we continue to gather information and monitor developments, it is important to stay informed about the impact of such measures on freedom of expression.
As a final note, we were unable to find data for 2023 or 2024 regarding social media arrests. If you come across any relevant information, do not hesitate to share it with us.
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