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The new strategy will support young people, families, schools and youth workers dealing with the challenges of online harm. The plans have also faced criticism from opposition politicians over their approach and expected impact.

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00:00London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan is backing a £5 million plan to help protect young people from
00:06harmful online content and disputes that can move into the real world. The Violence Reduction Unit
00:13says the programme will support young people and youth workers with advice, training and ways to
00:19prevent conflicts escalating. The move follows research into how social media may influence
00:25violence and misogyny amongst young people. City Hall says the evidence shows online disputes can
00:31create pressure and make conflicts harder to escape from. Conservative politicians have criticised the
00:37plans and questioned their impact. The Mayor says the investment aims to tackle online harm.
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