child online safety
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UK to Ban Social Media for Under-16s, Aiming to ‘Give Kids Their Childhood Back’
The UK will ban social media for under-16s, with regulations potentially in effect by Spring 2027. This move, inspired by Australian law but more restrictive, aims to protect children’s well-being by prohibiting features like livestreaming and direct stranger communication for minors. The government is also exploring digital curfews and solutions for infinite scrolling. This proactive legislation seeks to address growing concerns about social media’s impact on youth happiness and addictive behaviors, potentially setting a global precedent.
