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37 resultsfor “when does the UK social media ban start”

Politics

‘A tsunami of harm’: views on tackling online safety for under-16s in the UK

social media ban at the end of last year. He has more than 20 years of expertise in digital safety and child protection, and says the UK had started

The Guardian WorldMay 25
Politics

Keir Starmer set to announce under-16s social media ban – UK politics live

start to change drastically – and Starmer’s window for legacy making may swiftly close. Last summer the UK government showed little interest in following the Australian government when it announced [its social media ban

The Guardian WorldJun 15
Tech

Social media has risks but has given us opportunities too, teens say

social media. The 15-year-old has always loved singing and dancing, and says he has been filming "silly little videos" almost his whole life. He started by making videos for friends and family when

BBC NewsJun 16
Politics

Starmer tells Apple and Google to ban nude images on children's phones

ban on social media for young people. "Number 10 needs to start urgently listening to experts and the evidence, rather than rush out hurried announcements for short-term expediency that will quickly unravel and continue

BBC NewsJun 8
Politics

Tuesday briefing: Is a social media ban in the UK enough to help protect young people?

social media. Five companies – Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook – are under investigation for non-compliance with the ban. Experts have also warned that those able to circumvent the ban [are accessing sites](https://www.theguardian.com

The Guardian WorldJun 9
Tech

TikTok and YouTube 'not safe enough' for kids, says Ofcom

starting point for online safety. "The Education Committee's recent report is clear - social media firms cannot be relied upon to self-regulate," the committee's chair, Helen Hayes MP, told the BBC. "Until

BBC NewsMay 21
Politics

New social media restrictions will end 'system failing our kids', PM says

social media platforms and see restrictions imposed on other sites. [The Sunday Times reported](https://www.thetimes.com/uk/politics/article/social-media-ban-keir-starmer-qcmskxc5z) the prime minister was set to announce a ban covering the same 10 platforms now prohibited for under

BBC NewsJun 14
World

Toy Story 5 splits critics, but most praise its 'cautionary' message about tech

UK cinemas on Friday, just days after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced a forthcoming [social media ban](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c2kydl0zqeko) for all those under 16. In a two-star review, [the Independent's Clarisse

BBC NewsJun 17
Politics

Wes Streeting says Starmer ‘behind the curve’ on under-16s social media ban – UK politics live

UK politics live Good morning. The government has been consulting on whether to follow Australia and impose a ban on social media for under-16s, [or whether to opt for other restrictions](https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/may/05/how-uk-may-restrict-social-media-under-16s-time-limits-curfews-ban),

The Guardian WorldMay 26
Politics

Why the social media ban is about so much more than social media

UK users watch its videos on the TV at home, with multiple sign-ins available. "As I see it, the main issue here is that YouTube isn't social media," says Crawford. "YouTube

BBC News4h ago
Health

Read a book? Join a club? Stare at a wall? Social media alternatives for under-16s

start by asking their children why their favourite social media platform and video game appeals to them. “The answer might reveal they’re searching for a sense of identity, stimulation or a sense of achievement

The Guardian WorldYesterday
Health

MPs call for sunbed advertising ban to help prevent skin cancer

ban on advertising sunbeds and for warnings to be issued about the dangers of skin cancer in shops. They also proposed displaying cigarette-style images at sunbed shops and tanning salons to dissuade people from

BBC NewsMay 13
Politics

Monday briefing: Trump’s late-night deal with Iran

social media ban for under-16s”, is the **Guardian**’s front page today. On the same topic **Metro** writes “Starmer is ‘gambling with young lives’”. The **Telegraph** says “Starmer: No more money for defence

The Guardian WorldJun 15
Politics

Contingency plans in place for possible food shortages if Iran war continues, minister confirms – UK politics live

UK politics live Good morning. ‘We don’t comment on leaks,’ is the usual government response to an unsanctioned lobby scoop. But this morning **Peter Kyle**, the business secretary, took a different response. Asked about

The Guardian WorldApr 16
Health

Meet the men calling out 'masculinity' trends

UK-based masculinity influencers boast millions of followers online. But in recent months, a counter-movement has emerged on social media, with health-focused men with expertise and qualifications in nutrition or exercise using their

BBC NewsApr 24
Tech

X to block UK access to accounts linked to terrorist groups in Ofcom agreement

banned terrorist groups under an agreement with the communications regulator to crack down on terrorist and hate content. X will also review suspected illegal terrorist and hate content within 48 hours and seek expert advice

The Guardian WorldMay 15
Conflicts

Law enforcement is trying to combat abusive AI. Experts say easier said than done

UK communications regulator Ofcom launched a formal investigation into Elon Musk's social media platform X regarding its AI chatbot, Grok following reports that Grok has been used to generate nonconsensual sexual deepfakes.](https://npr.brightspotcdn.com

NPR Topics: NewsApr 14
World

What life is like when you have an unfortunate surname

UK, give or take. We're all said to have descended from Solomon Mycock, a 19th Century farmer and publican in Buxton - there's even a temple in his name

BBC NewsApr 18
Politics

Tuesday briefing: How the UK’s military spending row exposes Starmer’s defence dilemma

UK and the Greens risking national security. A more effective narrative-builder than Starmer could have made the argument stick with voters – and his own cabinet. --- **Rebalancing Europe and** **Nato** Starmer’s words at Munich

The Guardian WorldJun 16
Politics

Macron frames Évian G7 agenda in hope Trump will stay for whole summit

start of the year. Chronic indebtedness will worsen as interest rates rise. This was happening, the World Bank pointed out, as international development aid was falling “and is expected to decline further, stripping away

The Guardian WorldJun 15
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