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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Will Meakin-Durrant

Government slammed as proposed social media ban for under-16s set to be axed

A proposed blanket ban on social media use for under-16s faces potential reversal next week despite being previously backed by the House of Lords.

The government is instead pushing for a more adaptable power, allowing for the blocking of children from “specified internet services” rather than a strict age limit for under-16s.

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