UK government announces social media ban for under-16s, set to take effect in 2027
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Summary
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced a ban on social media access for under-16s, targeting platforms like TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram. The government aims to pass regulation before Christmas 2025, with the ban taking effect in spring 2027. The announcement has sparked debate about its effectiveness and necessity, with tech companies like Meta expected to be affected.
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Millions of children in the UK will be forced off social media after the government announced it would ban under-16s from accessing a range of platforms.
Apps including TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram will become inaccessible for children, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said.
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