Social media regulation debate2 days agoWill the UK ban social media for under 16s? As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules?2 days ago4 days ago'We've seen huge benefits since banning mobiles'Pupils at The Netherhall School can no longer access their "distracting" phones during the school day.4 days ago10 Mar 2026Mum 'frustrated' as social media ban rejectedThe bereaved mother said she is "determined" to change the law.10 Mar 202610 Mar 2026MPs reject call for under-16s social media ban, backing more flexible powersThe House of Lords had backed a move to ban under-16s in the UK from social media platforms in January.10 Mar 20269 Mar 2026Australians must prove they are over 18 to access porn under new lawsSites such as Pornhub and RedTube must verify the ages of all users or risk million-dollar fines.9 Mar 20268 Mar 2026Education minister 'sympathetic' to calls for social media ban The education minister says it is important to keep a "close eye" on the new law in Australia, but his party had made "no clear policy decision". 8 Mar 20266 Mar 2026Indonesia to ban social media for under 16sIndonesia says it will ban TikTok, YouTube, Roblox and other popular online platforms for children under 16.6 Mar 20265 Mar 2026We have more privacy controls yet less privacy than everHas online privacy become "a luxury not a right" for us all in 2026? 5 Mar 20261 Mar 2026UK launches consultation asking for views on under-16s social media banDiscussions over what measures to implement to protect children's wellbeing will last for three months.1 Mar 2026...
