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Britain will ban under-16s from social media apps, including TikTok and YouTube
The UK government has announced plans to restrict access to social media platforms for users under the age of 16.
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The UK government has announced plans to restrict access to social media platforms for users under the age of 16. The proposed ban would apply to popular apps such as TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, and X, effectively limiting their use by minors. This move aligns the UK with a growing trend of countries seeking to enhance online safety for children, indicating a shift in global attitudes towards regulating social media usage among young users.
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