'Not all social media is negative': Teenagers react to news of ban (opens original article in a new tab)

Birmingham college students discuss the potential impact of a proposed social media ban for under-16s, with mixed opinions on its effects on networking, creativity, and personal responsibility.

• Seventeen-year-old Tobi argues that banning social media for under-16s would hinder their digital networking opportunities.
• Student Jack supports the ban but believes it would force creativity in career development.
• Rhiann opposes the ban, stating it would delay rather than solve issues with children's online behavior.