Rejected petition Make it law that edited images posted on social media have to say “edited”.

To discuss how influencer/celebrities should be responsible on social media in the same way they have to stipulate if they are advertising something they should have to confirm if an image is edited or retouched. All edited images are creating unattainable standards for young people to reach.

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Mental health in young people is so important, especially after lockdown where they have not had their normal lives many are now effected with mental health issues. The constant viewing of edited images on social media creating an image of “perfection” is influencing young people in an extremely negative way.

This petition was rejected

Why was this petition rejected?

It’s about something that the UK Government or Parliament is not directly responsible for.

We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. This is a matter for social media providers.

Advertisting on social media is regulated by the ASA, who are independent of Parliament and Government. You can find out more here:

https://www.asa.org.uk/advice-online/recognising-ads-social-media.html

We only reject petitions that don’t meet the petition standards.

Date submitted 7 April 2021
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