Labour to make taking intimate images without consent a criminal offence

Ministers say predators could face two years in jail, and plan to include creating sexually explicit deepfakes in bill

Predators who take intimate images of unwitting victims or install cameras to do so could face up to two years' in jail under plans drawn up by Labour.

Ministers have also confirmed that they plan to create a new offence for those who create sexually explicit deepfake images.

Taking or recording an intimate photograph or film without consent.

Taking or recording an intimate photograph or film without consent and with intent to cause alarm, distress, or humiliation.

Taking or recording an intimate photograph or film without consent or reasonable belief in it, and for the purpose of the sexual gratification of oneself or another.