The British government has announced a ban on social media access for children under the age of 16. This decision, made public by Prime Minister Keir Starmer on June 15, 2026, positions the United Kingdom as the fifth country to adopt strict age-based restrictions on certain online platforms and applications aimed at protecting children.
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UK Implements Social Media Ban for Children Under 16
The UK government has introduced a ban on social media for individuals under 16 years old, as announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. This policy aligns the UK with a small number of other countries implementing similar age restrictions to enhance online safety for minors.
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