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UK hoping to implement social media ban for children by early next year

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Posted on June 15, 2026

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· Last updated: June 15, 2026

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UK Targets Early 2025 to Implement Social Media Ban for Children Under 16

Britain's Plan to Enforce Social Media Restrictions for Minors

Announcement of the Ban

LONDON, June 15 (Reuters) - Britain hopes a newly announced ban on social media for children under 16 will be in force by early next year.

Timeline for Implementation

Government's Schedule

"We hope to pass regulation before Christmas, and therefore to bring the ban into force in the early part of next year, probably about springtime," Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday.

Legislative Process and Expectations

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Sarah Young, writing by William James; Editing by Kate Holton)

Key Takeaways

  • The ban targets ‘high‑risk’ platforms including TikTok, X, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat and others, with safer services facing restrictive features like blocking livestreaming and stranger chats. (theguardian.com)
  • It follows a fast‑tracked consultation that closed on June 2 and received over 116,000 responses, with around 90% of parents supporting a minimum age of 16. (theguardian.com)
  • The UK joins a growing global trend: Australia already imposed a similar ban in December 2025, while Canada, Brazil and Indonesia are pursuing age‑based social media restrictions. (apnews.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UK planning regarding children and social media?
Britain is planning to implement a social media ban for children under 16.
When does the UK aim to enforce the social media ban for children?
The UK hopes to have the ban in force by early next year, likely around springtime.
Who announced the timetable for the social media ban in the UK?
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the target timeline for the ban.
Has the regulation for the UK children's social media ban passed yet?
The regulation is expected to pass before Christmas according to the current plan.

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