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UK Government Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s Following Australia's Lead

UK Government Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s Following Australia's Lead

First seen 22 Jan 2026, 02:59 UTC

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ThreatCluster March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

The UK government is contemplating a ban on social media for children under 16, inspired by Australia's recent implementation of a similar measure. Prime Minister Keir Starmer indicated that no options are off the table as concerns about children's online wellbeing grow. Digital rights advocates have raised alarms about potential privacy and freedom of expression issues stemming from such a ban.

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