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When will social media ban start, and which apps will be affected?
The UK government has announced plans to restrict access to certain social media apps for teenagers.
Source BBC AI Summary Updated June 16, 2026
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The UK government has announced plans to restrict access to certain social media apps for teenagers. The measures will impact a range of platforms, including TikTok and Snapchat, with these apps set to be blocked for UK teens in early 2027.
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