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Starmer to Implement 'Australia Plus' Social Media Ban for Users Under 16

14 Haziran 2026The Guardian

Keir Starmer is set to implement a ban on major social media platforms for users under the age of 16, adopting a policy termed 'Australia plus'. This initiative will restrict young users from accessing platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and X, and will also impose new limitations on gaming apps, such as disabling cha…
Additionally, older teenagers up to 18 will face restrictions on late-night scrolling after 8:30 PM.
The 'Australia plus' framework is inspired by Australia's rigorous online safety laws, which have garnered attention for their strict regulations on social media usage among minors. As concerns over cyberbullying, privacy, and exposure to harmful content rise, governments are increasingly looking to implement simila…
Starmer's proposed measures reflect a growing concern over the impact of social media on youth mental health and safety. By taking a hardline approach, the government aims to protect minors from potential online harms, but such restrictions may also raise questions about freedom of expression and the effectiveness o…

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