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Starmer to announce ‘Australia plus’ ban on social media for under-16s
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Sources say hardline measures will also prevent young users from being to talk to strangers on gaming apps Keir Starmer will ban under-16s from major social media apps such as Tik Tok, Instagram and X in sweeping restrictions described as “Australia plus”, the Guardian understands.Teenagers will be banned from all the main social platforms and online products that are not covered by the ban – such as gaming apps – will face new restrictions such as having the option to chat to strangers removed. There will also be restrictions for older teenagers up to the age of 18 that prevent “scrolling” late at night – after 8.30pm. Continue reading...
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