UK PM Starmer plans 'Australian-plus' social media restrictions for under-16s
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Dan McDonald
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Summary
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is planning to impose internet restrictions on millions of British children within days, following an "Australian-plus" model. This approach combines restrictions on high-risk social media platforms for under-16s with curbs on addictive features and tougher age-verification checks. The policy follows a three-month consultation on Australia's social media ban, with Jess Phillips praising nude-image prevention technology as a 'game changer'.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledSir Keir Starmer is set to impose internet restrictions on millions of Britons within days, it has emerged.
The Prime Minister is expected to pursue an 'Australian-plus' model following a three-month consultation on Australia's social media ban.
Jess Phillips hailed the nude-image prevention technology as a 'game changer'.
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