UK to ban social media for under-16s to ‘give kids their childhood back’ (opens original article in a new tab)

The UK will ban social media for under-16s starting in 2027, with restrictions on features like livestreaming and communication with strangers, aiming to protect children's well-being.

• UK to ban social media for under-16s starting 2027
• Regulations will block livestreaming and stranger communication for minors
• Government plans to limit infinite scrolling and implement overnight curfews