US EditionUK Teens Face Two-Hour Cap on Social Media
- In October 2024, the UK government enacted the Online Safety Act, mandating that technology companies adhere to newly established codes of practice issued by Ofcom to enhance the protection of children online.
- This law followed the 2017 suicide of 14-year-old Molly Russell after she viewed harmful social media content, highlighting the need for stronger regulation.
- Technology Secretary Peter Kyle is considering additional measures, including a two-hour daily cap per app and a 10pm curfew to reduce teenagers' addictive social media use.
- Kyle said he aims to "nail down harder on safety" and address the "addictive nature" of apps while encouraging healthy online behaviors for children.
- Molly Russell’s father warned that "sticking plasters" will not suffice, urging the Prime Minister to strengthen legislation to curb unsafe online products harming youth.
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Children face new social media BAN including 'two-hour app limit'
CHILDREN face being hit with restrictions on the amount of time they spend on their smartphones under new plans. Curbs such as a two-hour limit per app and a 10pm curfew could be brought in to boost online safety, a Cabinet Minister has indicated. Cabinet Minister Peter Kyle is looking at an “App cap” for youngstersGetty But the move was heavily criticised by campaigners who warned “sticking plasters” won’t be enough to toughen up current laws. …
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