UK to ban social media for under-16s
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to ban social media access for children under 16 in the UK. The government also intends to implement stricter regulations on gaming and live streaming platforms to protect minors.
Why it matters
This represents a major shift in digital policy, prioritizing child safety and mental health over unrestricted internet access for minors.
Children under age 16 will be banned from social media in the UK, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said.
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