New social media restrictions will end 'system failing our kids', PM says
The UK government is preparing to announce strict new social media regulations for children under 16, potentially including bans on major platforms and restrictions on AI chatbots. Prime Minister Keir Starmer framed the move as a necessary step to protect children from a failing digital environment.
Why it matters
This represents a significant escalation in state intervention regarding digital safety, mirroring similar legislative trends seen in countries like Australia.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Maia Davies Getty Images The prime minister has said he will "call time on a system that s failing our kids" as he prepares to announce changes to social media restrictions for children.
The framing focuses on the 'protection of children' and 'failing systems,' which aligns with the government's stated social policy goals.
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