Social media ban could be on way for UK children

Australia plans to ban social media for under 16s — and experts have called it a ‘momentous step’
Australia's government has proposed a social media ban for children under the age of 16 which experts have described as a "momentous step," as parents globally call for greater regulation of tech companies.
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Opinion: Online games should not be included in Australia's social media ban—they are crucial for kids' social lives
The Australian government has announced a plan to ban children under the age of 16 from social media. With bipartisan support, it's likely to be passed by the end of the year.
Why Australia’s social media ban for kids under 16 could change parenting worldwide
This law would make platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and X responsible for blocking those younger than 16 from signing on.
Australia wants to ban kids under 16 from social media as world governments seek to crack down on the 'addictive' apps
Australia announced plans to ban children under 16 from accessing social media in an effort to curb addiction and protect mental health.
Australia to legislate ‘world-leading’ social media ban for children under 16
Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday the government would legislate for a ban on social media for children under 16, a policy the government says is world-leading.
Will Australia Ban Social Media for Kids Under 16?
Australia’s youngsters may have to say goodbye to social media if a propsed ban passes this year. “On Thursday, Nov. 7, prime
Australia to introduce this month legislation to ban social media for children under 16, PM says
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Friday his government would introduce this month the legislation to ban social media for children under 16 years.
Australia Proposes Sweeping Social Media Ban for Kids Under 16
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a plan on Thursday to ban social media in the country for users under 16. If the measure passes, it would create some of the strictest laws on the use of social media by minors in the world.
Australia looks to ban social media for children under 16
Australia is looking to ban children younger than 16 from social media. Government officials say the proposed ban is aimed at mitigating the harm social media has on children. If passed, some say it could set a global precedent,
Online games should not be included in Australia’s social media ban – they are crucial for kids’ social lives
The Australian government has announced a plan to ban children under the age of 16 from social media. With bipartisan support, it’s likely to be passed by the end of the year. While some experts and school principals support the ban,
North Texas lawmaker looks to ban minors from social media platforms
Frisco, filed a bill looking to restrict minors from social media sites. Patterson filed House Bill 186 on Tuesday, the first day that lawmakers were allowed to pre-file bills for the 89th Legislative Session.
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Australian social media ban proposes 'world-leading' laws for children under 16
SYDNEY, Nov 7 (Reuters) - The Australian government will legislate for a ban on social media for children under 16, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday, in what it calls a ...
Australia plans "world-leading" social media ban for children under 16
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Thursday what he called a "world-leading" plan to implement a social ...