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Consultation on social media ban for under-16s to begin

A public consultation is set to begin regarding a potential ban on social media for individuals under 16 years old. This initiative aims to gather opinions from young people and their guardians ahead of a government decision, influenced by similar measures taken in Australia against platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

A close-up of an anonymous young person looking at a phone in a school rridor. They have a denim blue and grey jacket and a red T-shirt underneath, with a ring on the finger

A close-up of an anonymous young person looking at a phone in a school rridor. They have a denim blue and grey jacket and a red T-shirt underneath, with a ring on the finger

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Key Highlights

  • Consultation on social media ban for under-16s starts Monday.
  • Public invited to share views before government decision.
  • Influenced by Australia's past ban on children's access to social media.
  • Technology Secretary Liz Kendall emphasizes the importance of understanding youth engagement with technology.
  • Government considering both outright ban and less severe options.
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Sources

  1. Consultation on social media ban for under-16s to begin

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