Commissioner Micallef pushes for social media age checks to protect minors

Commissioner Micallef pushes for social media age checks to protect minors

European Commissioner Glenn Micallef has urged EU member states to adopt a blueprint for age verification as part of efforts to protect young people from online harm caused by social media.Micallef, Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport, addressed the need to safeguard children’s safety and mental health, particularly in the context of social...

Glenn Micallef Pushes EU Crackdown On Underage Social Media Use

European Commissioner Glenn Micallef has called on EU member states to adopt new age verification tools aimed at better protecting children and teenagers from the harmful effects of social media. According to Times of Malta, speaking during a debate in the European Parliament, Micallef said excessive screen time and the addictive nature of some platforms are becoming a growing concern for young people’s mental health. “The protection of minors o…