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Originally Posted by joglynne
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has, this morning, confirmed that under-16s will be banned from social media as part of a major overhaul of online safety rules for children. New legislation hoped to be in place by Spring 2027
I'm 78 is this new legislation going to mean I have to prove I'm over 16 on every social media site I visit. 
Also who will be the first to create a VPN where P = persona. It will only take one person to do it and kids will spread the information faster than a wild fire.
Never underestimate a young teenager they will always find a way around something that tries to stop them doing what they want to do.
Don't get me wrong I do believe we should protect our children but so much that has been put forward is already a naive attempt to turn back the tide. |
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.