Social Media Ban for Under 16's
The UK governemnt are considering copying Australia's ban of social media for under 16's. However, not all experts agree on this.
Not everyone agrees that a full ban is the best solution. Some digital health researchers argue that evidence on age-based bans is still limited.
Experts suggest that a balanced approach may work better, combining:
Stronger moderation of harmful content.
Safer algorithms for younger users.
Better digital literacy for children and parents.
Several charities have also warned that a blanket UK social media ban could create a false sense of security while pushing risks elsewhere online.
What do you think?
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I'm not convinced. Surely its taking away responsibility from platforms; social media companies need to moderate better to keep all of us safe! This link to the Register has valid points about this: https://www.theregister.com/2026/01/21/uk_social_media_ban/