Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36217365)

In Australia, where they already have a ban, 70% of children are still accessing banned services.

There is also a suggestion that 16/17 year olds will face restrictions whilst on social media, namely an end to infinite scrolling, romantic AI chat companions and overnight curfews.

Originally Posted by TheDaddy (Post 36217374)

Yet we don't ban 16 & 17 year olds from being out alone at night. In fact should they be driving at that age, I'm all for protecting young people and could've gone along with something to protect them on social media but this isn't it

Originally Posted by Paul (Post 36217334)

It isnt, nor do we know what questions were actually asked (loaded or worded to get the answer wanted).
Its easy to ask if if you just think something is a good idea, without going into detail or the consequences.

I'm sure if you asked parents if families with children should all get free access to the internet they would all say its a great idea, without thinking about issues it may create.

This is complete ballcocks

Loss of childhood ? Seriously, what planet are they on ?

Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36217378)

They are probably referring to infinite scrolling and addiction to social media (it's designed to keep people on it) instead of socialising in the real world.

Then there is the darker side of bullying, harrassment, blackmail, bribery and, worst of all, having their lives cut short.

Originally Posted by Hugh (Post 36217386)

The Sun was reporting last week that YouTube Kids would be exempt, but I can’t find anything confirming that.