Parents in the UK: how do you feel about the potential under-16s social media ban?
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The UK government is considering restrictions on under-16s' access to social media, examining Australia's world-first ban implemented six months ago. Officials are gathering feedback from parents and carers on potential protective measures.
The impact of social media on youth mental health and development is increasingly documented. Legal protective measures could be significant for child safety and wellbeing.
With ministers considering measures that could include restrictions on under-16s’ access to social media, we would like to hear from parents and carers about what changes they want to see The UK government is expected to announce new measures to protect children online, as ministers examine the impact of Australia’s world-first social media ban for under-16s, six months after it came into force. We’d like to hear from parents and carers about their views on a potential social media ban or other restrictions. Continue reading...
Why good news?
A constructive dialogue is being initiated to protect children in digital spaces. By learning from Australia's implementation and gathering parental input, evidence-based child welfare policies are being developed.
Why it matters?
The impact of social media on youth mental health and development is increasingly documented. Legal protective measures could be significant for child safety and wellbeing.
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