Sir Keir Starmer’s social media ban has been criticised as a “missed opportunity” that risks driving young people into “darker places” online while failing to stand up to big tech companies.
The decision to crack down on children’s access to features including livestreaming and connecting with strangers online has broadly been welcomed as “positive” steps for children’s safety. But campaigners and MPs warned the changes could push children into unregulated online spaces, while giving social media companies a “free pass”.
