Keir Starmer set to unveil plans for new online protections for children (opens original article in a new tab)

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce new online protections for children, including potential social media restrictions for those under 16, following a national consultation and international developments in digital regulation.

• British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to announce online protections for children, including possible social media restrictions for under 16s
• Over 83% of parents in a consultation survey said social media risks outweigh benefits, with 90% supporting minimum age 16 for access
• Australia's social media ban for under 16s faced enforcement challenges, with 70% of parents reporting children still had accounts on restricted platforms