Underneath-16s to Be Banned From Social Media, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Says

Gaming websites additionally affected.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has introduced plans for a social media ban for under-16s. Starmer mentioned the federal government hopes to cross regulation earlier than Christmas, with the ban coming into impact by spring 2027.

The affected platforms embrace TikTok, Fb, YouTube, Twitter / X, Snapchat, and Instagram, however not messaging companies …