Starmer says Britain will ban under-16s from using a range of social media apps

Big John criticises government for 'gesture politics' social media ban for under-16s

John Fisher, a.k.a Big John, has called for more funding for youth, sport and drama clubs instead of a social media ban for under-16s.

Teacher who banned smartphones at home welcomes new social media ban

A teacher from the Bradford district who banned smartphones in his own home says the UK’s new social media ban for under-16s is a “brave and bold step”.

UK set to ban under-16s from social media

The UK government announced a ban on young people’s access to most social media platforms, along with livestreaming and chat features on certain gaming platforms. The ban is expected to begin early 2027, joining similar efforts by other countries like Australia, Canada, Greece, and Indonesia. But will the plan work? Last week, it emerged that Australian children are easily circumventing Canberra’s social media ban. Can Westminster achieve better…

U.K. bans under-16s from using social media apps including TikTok and YouTube

Britain will ban children aged under 16 from using a range of social media apps, including Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube, to protect them from harmful content and excessive screen time, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday.

The Ninnies And Nannies Across The Pond Make A Good Call For Once

The United Kingdom, the land of ninnies and nannies, made a good call for once, announcing Monday a social media ban for citizens under 16.