27. Part 5 direction — relevant factors

In deciding whether to give a Part 5 direction, or the type and scope of the direction to be given in each case, the Commissioner may take into account all or any of the following factors:

the degree of the harm caused or likely to be caused, by the online harmful activity;

the number of persons harmed or likely to be harmed, by the online harmful activity;

the manner and circumstances in which the online harmful activity occurred;

whether the conduct of the online harmful activity was reasonable;

the likelihood of further online harmful activity being conducted;

whether the direction would be contrary to any public policy;

whether the direction would be in the public interest;

any factor that may be prescribed;

any other relevant factor.