Rejected petition Ban social media for under 16s

Ban social media for under 16s

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Social media poses serious risks to under-16s' mental health, exposing them to harmful content, cyberbullying, and unrealistic online personas. Developing brains are vulnerable, impacting social and emotional growth. A ban, while complex, highlights the urgent need to protect young people online, aligning with the UK's Online Safety Act goals.

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You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

Introduce 16 as the minimum age for children to have social media
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/700086

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Date submitted 23 March 2025
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