UK Prime Minister Starmer to Announce Social Media Ban for Under-16s
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is preparing to announce a ban on social media use for children under 16 within days, following strong parental support in a government consultation. Nine in 10 parents who responded to the consultation backed such a ban, with Technology Secretary Liz Kendall indicating the government is considering either a blanket ban or age restrictions on key platform features. The policy announcement is expected within the next week as part of a broader set of government announcements.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is moving forward with plans to ban social media use for children under 16, with an announcement expected within days. The decision follows a government consultation in which 90% of responding parents expressed support for such restrictions. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall confirmed the government is weighing two approaches: a comprehensive blanket ban on under-16s accessing social media platforms, or more targeted age restrictions on specific features within social networks and apps. The policy is set to be unveiled as part of a series of announcements by Starmer's government, alongside a long-awaited defense investment plan ahead of an early July NATO summit. The timing comes amid reports that Starmer's premiership faces potential challenges from within his own party.
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U.K.’s Starmer to announce social media ban for under-16s in days
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