UK's Starmer to announce new online child safety measures, may include social media restrictions for under-16s
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Angela Yang
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Summary
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce new measures on Monday aimed at protecting children online, potentially including restrictions on social media use for those under 16. The announcement reflects the government's stance on prioritizing child safety over the current status quo, with Starmer framing it as a choice between supporting families or maintaining ineffective existing protections.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledHow we keep kids safe online is one of the biggest debates of our time.
As a dad, I know every parent wants their child to grow up safe and happy.
This is a choice about whose side we're on: families across the country, or a status quo that isn't working.
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