Children under 16 will be banned from using major social media platforms under new government plans designed to give young people “their childhood back”. The move, announced by the UK Government, would stop social media companies from offering their services to under-16s and is expected to take effect in early 2027.
Australia is taking a bold step to protect young people online. Soon, those under 16 may no longer be able to access social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, or Snapchat. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recently announced a plan to ban people under 16 from using social media, marking a significant move in the battle to keep kids safe in the digital world.
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