Rejected petition Enforce I'd verification to open a social media account on any platform

Stop anyone from being able to set up social media without verifying their age and identity.
Allow people the right to use a different name / alias but ensure there is an I'd verification behind each account.

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It will minimise online bullying, paedophiles having free reign over social platforms to groom children and teens.
Protect kids, stop underage social use and toxicity in year groups, which is a leading contribution to mental health issues in children and young adults.
Hold trolls accountable for their actions, helping the police to identify abusers and bullies.

Yes you have a right to be anonymous but if you really need to, don't use social media.

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You may wish to sign this petition which calls for the same action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/625131

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Date submitted 28 January 2023
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