Starmer to announce ‘Australia plus’ ban on social media for under-16s (opens original article in a new tab)

Keir Starmer plans to ban under-16s from major social media apps and restrict online activities, citing protection from harmful content and stranger interactions.

• Keir Starmer will ban under-16s from major social media apps like TikTok, Instagram, and X.
• Under-16s will also be restricted from romantic or sexual AI chatbots and face limits on late-night scrolling.
• The UK government cites protecting teenagers from harmful content and stranger interactions as key reasons for the measures.