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news Dw English 2026-06-15

United Kingdom announces social media ban for children under 16

Following Australia and Indonesia, the UK plans to ban teenagers from social media platforms, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer citing negative impacts on mental health.


The United Kingdom is set to follow the example of Australia and Indonesia by banning teenagers from social networks. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said platforms like Instagram and TikTok make youngsters "unhappy."

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