LONDON DAILY ARCHIVE

United Kingdom Government Moves Toward Blanket Social Media Ban for Children Under Sixteen

The UK government is preparing legislation to prohibit children under sixteen from accessing major social media platforms, a policy shift confirmed by Technology Secretary Liz Kendall after a consultation showing overwhelming parental support, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces growing political pressure including an internal leadership challenge linked to Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham.

10 June 2026 · 09:34 UTC