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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Erik Olsson

When UK’s social media plans for under-16s will be revealed

The UK Government intends to put forward proposals to restrict social media for under-16s before the summer, with plans to legislate by the end of the year.

Technology Secretary Liz Kendall stated that the ongoing consultation explores various measures, including age restrictions, curfews, and limits on features like 'doom-scrolling'.

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