Social media ban - bold and blunt, but no silver bullet
BBC News 2026-06-15 12:41:43
Context: The UK government, led by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, has announced plans to ban social media for children under the age of 16. This decision was made at 10 Downing Street, the official residence and office of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, located in London.
Key Facts
- The UK government plans to implement a social media ban for children under the age of 16, following a model similar to Australia's, with additional curbs for older children aged 16 and 17, including a nighttime curfew.