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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
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David Hughes

Sir Keir Starmer unveils social media ban for under-16s

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer (centre) poses with families involved in the consultation process for online restrictions (Carlos Jasso/PA) - (PA Wire)

A ban on under-16s using social media will give youngsters back their childhood, Sir Keir Starmer said.

The Prime Minister announced the ban in response to concerns social media is unsafe, making children miserable and could cause lasting damage to their mental health.

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