What do young people in NI think about the social media ban for under-16s? (opens original article in a new tab)

Northern Ireland's government plans to ban under-16s from major social media platforms by 2027, sparking debate among young people and experts about its impact on education and online safety.

• Northern Ireland's government plans to ban under-16s from social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram by 2027.
• Young people interviewed expressed concerns that the ban would limit access to educational content and online social interactions.
• Experts and officials have mixed views on the effectiveness of the ban, with some calling it a necessary measure and others criticizing it as overly broad.