Key Highlights
- UK government to consult on banning social media for under-16s.
- Ofsted will gain power to inspect school policies on phone use.
- Schools expected to be 'phone-free by default' if the ban is enacted.
- A similar ban was introduced in Australia in December 2025.
- The consultation follows calls from over 60 Labour MPs and public advocacy from Brianna Ghey's mother.
