Rejected petition Stop the ban on social media for under 16s

Social media should not be banned for under 16s

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Social media should not be banned for under 16s as it is essential for learning and communication and keeps children informed about current world events and news. Social media is also very important for heuristic learning for your own interests or revision on platforms like YouTube or TikTok.

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You may wish to sign this petition, which calls for the same action: "Do not ban social media for under 16s" https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/757233

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Date submitted 16 January 2026
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