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Bringing fresh energy and keen insight to a topic more relevant than ever, 36 youths from institutes across the country graced the House of Representatives to debate a Cyberbullying bill in the 22nd annual Youth Parliament debate on November 24 at the Red House.

The youth from various secondary schools, youth organisations and tertiary institutes debated a proposed Cyberbullying bill which outlines a two-tiered offence structure for cyberbullying conduct, including threats of violence, sexual harm, targeting children, non-consensual sharing of intimate images and impersonation.

The bill proposed stipulations such as mandatory counselling, community service, fines of up to $100,000 for adult offenders and up to five years imprisonment.