British PM Announces Social Media Restrictions for Teens

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the restrictions will ‘go further than any other country,’ covering a wider range of online services.

British PM Announces Social Media Restrictions for Teens

TL;DR

  • UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a plan to ban those under 16 from social media.
  • Platforms affected include X, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.
  • The ban aims to protect children from harmful online content.
  • World-leading blocks on livestreaming and chat features for under-16s will also be implemented.