British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to ban children under the age of 16 from accessing a range of social media platforms, reigniting a global debate over online safety, mental health and the influence of technology on young people.

The proposed restrictions are aimed at protecting minors from harmful content, addictive algorithms and online risks. Supporters argue the move is necessary to safeguard children’s wellbeing, while critics question how such a ban would be enforced and whether it could limit digital freedoms.

The announcement places the UK at the forefront of efforts to regulate youth access to social media.

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