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Britain Moves to Ban Under-16s From Major Social Media Platforms
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First reported by Now 14 · Jun 14, 2026
What happened
Britain plans to ban under-16s from major social media platforms under new legislation due by the end of 2026 and enforced from spring 2027. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the move is needed to protect children after tech companies failed to act, and the rules would also cover some gaming and other online services.
- 01Britain plans to block under-16s from major social media by spring 2027.
- 02Keir Starmer called the measure a "red line" to protect children.
- 03The ban would also restrict some gaming and other online services.
- 04Ofcom will help set and enforce the final rules.
- 05The policy draws on Australia's law, which began in December 2025.
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