The UK government is considering new restrictions on children’s access to social media, including a possible ban for under-16s, as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer pledged to take “decisive” action following meetings with families who say online harms contributed to their children’s deaths.

Campaigners, teenagers, legislators and experts give their opinions on the government’s social media consultation

Former health secretary calls for tougher approach as consultation deadline looms

Ministers have previously come under pressure in Parliament to ban children from the social media platforms deemed harmful.

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Keir Starmer has vowed swift action after a consultations on measures to protect kids on social media closes, with growing calls to bring in an Australia-style ban for under-16s

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When it comes to keeping children safe online, there needs to be a “game changer”, the Prime Minister acknowledged today. Keir Starmer met with bereaved parents who are…

During a meeting at No 10, Sir Keir Starmer stopped short of a cast-iron commitment to a law prohibiting children from using addictive apps, but 'absolutely assured' them that…

The government has been looking closely at the results of the Australian policy on social media - which includes a complete ban for under-16s

Children face a social media ban or restrictions on addictive apps under plans to boost safety online. Here The Mirror looks at what changes could be brought in

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The government is preparing to tighten restrictions on children’s social media use after a consultation that drew more than 81,000 responses

The UK could become the latest nation to implement a social media ban, after British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer vowed to introduce a "game changer" policy.

The UK government is considering new restrictions on children’s access to social media, including a possible ban for under-16s, as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer pledged to take…