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UK bans social media for under-16s: Here's when it starts and which apps are affected

Here's everything you need to know about the UK social media ban for under 16s.

Android Central

UK's Starmer announces ban on social media for under-16s

Children under 16 will be banned from using social media in Britain, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday, saying such platforms were making youngsters "unhappy".

France 24

Starmer says Britain will ban under-16s from using social media apps including TikTok and YouTube

Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Britain will ban under-16s from using various social media apps

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Starmer warns Burnham against ‘chaos’ of a leadership challenge

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he understood voters’ frustrations with him but he would not walk away from No 10.

Evening Standard

Social media ban could drive under-16s to ‘darker places’ online, PM warned

Scotland’s Children’s Commissioner Nicola Killean said she was ‘disappointed’ by the social media ban announced by Sir Keir Starmer.

Evening Standard

Starmer hails hugely significant ‘breakthrough’ as Trump announces US-Iran war peace deal

US president Donald Trump said the agreement meant ‘oil will flow’ freely once again through the Strait of Hormuz, the vital shipping route out of the Persian Gulf

The Independent UK

Irish Government considering social media ban for under-16s

Simon Harris indicated Ireland would follow the European Union in terms of action on the issue.

Evening Standard

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How will the UK ban on social media for under 16s work?

Prime Minister Keir Starmer intends to ban social media platforms for children under sixteen. This move aims to protect young people's childhoods. Restrictions will also target gaming and livestreaming sites. The government plans to implement these measures before Christmas, with enforcement focused on platforms. Further details on age verification and…

The Economic Times

Social media ban for under-16s is yet another U-turn by Starmer as he tries to save his job

ANALYSIS: Political editor David Maddox explains why the bold move by Sir Keir Starmer is a further sign of his weakness

The Independent UK

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

The Prime Minister said the ban was not ‘cost free’ but was the right thing to do to protect children.

Evening Standard

Starmer welcomes ‘breakthrough’ in ending US-Iran war

US President Donald Trump said the agreement meant ‘oil will flow’ freely once again through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route.

Evening Standard

Full list of social media platforms included in Starmer’s under-16s ban

Platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and Facebook are set to be banned

The Independent UK

UK PM Keir Starmer proposes social media ban for under-16s targeting TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced a landmark ban on children under 16 from major social media platforms, aiming to protect them from harmful content and online dangers. This "Australia-plus" model targets platforms like TikTok and Instagram, with stricter rules for gaming and AI chatbots. The government emphasizes protecting children's…

The Times of India

Why Was a Russian Oil Tanker Sailing Under Cameroon's Flag? UK Investigates Vessel Seized in English Channel

British forces intercepted a suspected Russian shadow-fleet oil tanker in the English Channel, investigating its Cameroonian registration and potential links to sanctioned Russian oil exports.

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British PM Keir Starmer announces social media ban for under-16-year-olds

Australia, Canada, Brazil and Indonesia have introduced legislation or announced age-based restrictions or requirements for children’s access to social media.

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer announces social media ban for children under 16 – what you need to know

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Evening Standard

FTSE 100 jumps above 10,500 points as Starmer hails 'very significant breakthrough' on Iran peace deal

Cost of oil falls after months of economic chaos caused by the Middle East conflict

Evening Standard

Social media ban: Key points, when will it start and what platforms are affected?

Ban on social media will come into force in the early part of next year, Prime Minister says

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The Guardian - UK

Social media firms hit back as Starmer announces ban for under-16s in UK

Meta, YouTube and Snapchat say ban, which would stop children using their platforms, will drive them to ‘less safe services’

The Economic Times

UK PM Starmer says Britain will ban under-16s from using a range of social media apps

Britain plans to ban children under 16 from using social media apps. Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated this move aims to protect young people. This decision aligns with a global trend of increasing online safety for children. Several countries have already implemented similar age-based restrictions. The UK government received significant…

Evening Standard

Starmer announces social media ban for under-16s

Sir Keir Starmer set out the measure in a Downing Street press conference.

AAP

Starmer says Britain will ban under-16s from using a range of social media apps

Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Britain will ban under-16s from using various social media apps

The National (Scotland)

Keir Starmer announces total UK social media ban for 'all children under 16'

THE UK Government will ban social media for everyone under the age of 16, Keir Starmer has said ...

The Guardian - UK

Labour MPs urge Starmer to set targets to boost number of male teachers in England

Men and Boys group of MPs addresses ‘crisis of masculinity’ and joins campaign for longer paternity leave

The Guardian - UK

Technology secretary says she wants regulator to design plans for online age verification by October – as it happened

Liz Kendall also wants Ofcom to report to parliament every year on how effectively social media firms are keeping under-16s off their platforms

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