under 16s
Coverage of under 16s in the Nexus archive.
- Will Starmer's 'Australia plus' social media ban for under 16s actually work? Which sites are blocked, when it begins - and can it really be enforced?
The article examines Starmer's proposed 'Australia plus' social media ban for users under 16, questioning its effectiveness, the platforms affected, implementation timeline, and enforceability.
- UK to ban under 16s from social media apps including TikTok, YouTube
The UK will ban children under 16 from using social media apps like TikTok, YouTube, and Snapchat to protect them from harmful content and excessive screen time, as announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. He emphasized the government's commitment to enforcing the ban despite potential resistance from tech companies and teen workarounds.
- Norway Set to Become Latest Country to Ban Social Media for Under 16s
Norway is set to implement a social media ban for children under 16 to protect their mental health and well-being. The policy, part of broader efforts to limit digital exposure for minors, has sparked discussions on platforms like Hacker News, where the article received 61 points and 30 comments.
- Peter Andre says he was left horrified after his daughter Princess, 18, was sent 'gross graphic images' - as he calls for social media to be banned for under 16s
Peter Andre claims his 18-year-old daughter Princess received 'gross graphic images' via social media, leaving him horrified. He advocates for banning social media access for under-16s to prevent such incidents.