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Britain Wants To Ban Teens From Social Media. The Evidence Suggests It Won't Work.

Britain is following Australia into a policy that has already struggled to keep children off social media, while forcing adults through intrusive age checks.

Reason

UK PM announces social media ban for under-16s

YouTube, Facebook ‌and X will be covered in a proposed ban on social media sites for under-16s by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

AAP

Impact of social media ban for under-16s in UK hinges on how firm it is

Questions remain over enforcement, privacy risk and whether it could open door to even more invasive measures

The Guardian - UK

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The Guardian view on regulating big tech: the UK’s new, tougher approach to child safety is overdue

There are real concerns about how a social media ban for under-16s will work. But tighter rules could be a step towards a better internet for everyone

The Guardian - UK

UK bans social media ban for under-16s — all the latest news live and what it means for Snapchat, TikTok, Instagram and more

The UK has become the latest country to ban social media for under-16s — here's everything you need to know.

TechRadar

ITV breaks silence after 'anti-Scottish' remarks in GMB World Cup debate

PRODUCERS at Good Morning Britain (GMB) have broken their silence after alleged “anti-Scottish” comments during coverage of the World Cup ...

The National (Scotland)

What does the social ban involve, when will it start and how will it work?

A ban on under-16s using social media will give youngsters back their childhood, Sir Keir Starmer said.

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UK children are spending at least two hours a day on social media, Ofcom finds

YouTube and Snapchat have emerged as the two most popular online platforms for children aged between eight and 14

The Independent UK

UK under-16s social media ban: which apps will be blocked and how will it work?

After PM announces ‘Australia plus’ plan, we look at how it is likely to be enforced – and potential problems ahead

The Guardian - UK

GB News critics want to limit free speech to ‘liberal, Islington consensus’, Grade says

Former Ofcom chair says he welcomed arrival of rightwing news channel five years ago in name of ‘plurality’

The Guardian - UK

Why is the UK launching an ‘Australia plus’ social media ban and how will it work?

Government wants to back parents against tech companies though some feel the process has been rushed

The Guardian - UK

X Under Fire After Dozens of Racist N-Word and P-Word Posts About UK Politicians Go Unremoved

X is criticised for not removing racist posts targeting UK politicians, despite being flagged. Research shows enforcement gaps under the UK's Online Safety Act, raising concerns about platform responsibility.

International Business Times UK

X accused of giving racists ‘impunity’ after refusing to bar N- and P-word posts

Site takes no action over hate posts against UK politicians including Kemi Badenoch, Shabana Mahmood and Zia Yusuf

The Guardian - UK

Make platforms that promote violent content pay towards riot costs, Streeting says

Exclusive: Former minister calls for urgent action against companies such as X that allow incitement to violence

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The Independent UK

Entire Tube network on track for mobile coverage by end of the year

Better connection across the whole network is expected by 2027

The Guardian - UK

Elon Musk’s X not facing action from UK government over posts inciting violence in Belfast

Any official reprimand will come from regulator Ofcom, but not for at least two months

The Independent UK

Warning millions of UK households missing out on energy bill support as debt climbs to £7bn

Watchdog says household energy debt has risen 118% since start of Ukraine war

Evening Standard

Millions unaware of available support with household bills as debt soars – NAO

The watchdog said Ofgem, Ofwat and Ofcom must strengthen support for consumers in vulnerable circumstances.

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The Independent UK

Stop spreading illegal content during terror attacks, social media giants told

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The Guardian - UK

UK regulator orders social media firms to adopt measures to stop viral illegal content

Ofcom move follows concerns about misinformation and online claims over police response to Henry Nowak stabbing

The Independent UK

Tech firms must act to stop spread of illegal content in a crisis, watchdog says

Ofcom says it has beefed up rules on how platforms must respond to ‘spikes in illegal content during a crisis’

The Economic Times

Tech firms in UK must have plan for illegal content spikes during crises like Southport: regulator

British tech firms must now have crisis response plans for surges in illegal online content, following the 2024 Southport riots. Regulator Ofcom announced strengthened rules requiring platforms to deploy temporary teams and boost moderation during emergencies. Larger platforms will also establish dedicated communication channels for law enforcement, ensuring swift action…

International Business Times UK

'Standing By Is Not an Option': Starmer Warns Tech Firms Over Failure to Prevent Children Sharing Explicit Images Online

UK PM Keir Starmer urges tech firms to boost child online safety, warning new laws may follow if explicit image-sharing safeguards are not improved.

The Guardian - UK

Ofcom warns social media firms over online abuse during World Cup

Ofcom has written to social media companies to remind them of their responsibilities regarding online abuse and said it will monitor measures taken during the World Cup

The Independent UK

Ofcom issue warning to social media sites over abuse during World Cup

The online platforms will be ‘held to account’ by the watchdog if they fail to protect players and presenters during the tournament

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