Government promises to impose social media restrictions on under-16s
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-28 03:23 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
The government has announced plans to restrict social media use for children under 16. Education Secretary Phillipson hailed the move as a 'huge step forward' in keeping young people safe, while emphasizing the need for long-term solutions.
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