The British government plans to implement a ban on children under the age of 16 from using various social media applications, including Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube. This decision aims to safeguard young individuals from exposure to harmful content and to limit excessive screen time.
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Britain to prohibit social media use for children under 16
The British government is set to ban children under 16 from using social media platforms such as Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube. The initiative is intended to protect young people from harmful content and reduce excessive screen time.
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