UK minister defends social media crackdown, says tech firms had 'enough time' to act
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Kate Whannel
All dough, no crust. Filling but forgettable.
Summary
UK Technology Secretary Peter Kyle (referred to as "Nandy" in the text - likely Lisa Nandy) defends the government's upcoming social media announcement regarding online safety for children, stating tech firms have had "enough time" to self-regulate. The prime minister is expected to announce measures on Monday to better protect teenagers online, with the vast majority of consultation responses backing a social media ban for under-16-year-olds. Critics like Russell argue the policy is being "rushed" for political reasons and is "gambling with young people's lives."
Key quotes
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It was 'how, not whether, we better protect children online'
The vast majority of responses to the government's consultation had backed a social media ban for under-16-year-olds
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