LONDON, June 15 - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he would ban social media sites for the under-16s and impose restrictions on gaming and livestreaming platforms, in some of the most far-reaching online restrictions to date globally. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

A ban could be in place around the spring of 2027, underpinned by existing powers and new regulations due by end-2026. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Britain will ban children under 16 from using a range of social media apps including Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube to protect young people from harmful content and excessive screen time, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday.

The United Kingdom government has unveiled sweeping new legislation to prevent children under 16 from accessing major social media platforms. Prime

The UK government is introducing a ban on social media for children and a minimum age for some chatbots in an attempt to shield young people from dangerous corners of the web.

The British government will introduce a ban on social media access for all users under 16 years of age, set to take effect in 2027. UK prime minister Keir Starmer announced the plans on Monday, calling the move "the right step for Britain" and the best way to keep children safe online. "This is not something I do lightly, and I will not present it as cost-free, as if social media has [brought no] benefits to young people, because clearly that is wrong," he said.

The British government will introduce a ban on social media access for all users under 16 years of age, set to take effect in 2027. UK prime minister Keir Starmer announced the plans on Monday, calling the move "the right step for Britain" and the best way to keep children safe online. "This is not something I do lightly, and I will not present it as cost-free, as if social media has [brought no] benefits to young people, because clearly that is wrong," he said.

UK PM Keir Starmer announces a ban on social media access for children under 16 to enhance online safety and wellbeing.

UK PM Keir Starmer announces a ban on social media access for children under 16 to enhance online safety and wellbeing.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he will ban social media sites for under-16s and impose restrictions on gaming and livestreaming platforms...

Britain is expected to set out restrictions ‌on social media for children under 16 on Monday that could ​include banning popular platforms and features

The prime minister promises "bold action" ahead of Monday's announcement on restrictions for children.

The prime minister promises "bold action" ahead of Monday's announcement on restrictions for children.

The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat blocked for UK teens early in 2027.

The UK government, led by Keir Starmer, bans social media for under-16s to protect children from addiction and harmful content, eliciting mixed reactions online.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he will fight back if technology companies resist the move, which is intended to protect children from harmful content and excessive screen time.

Britain on Monday became the fourth country, after Australia, Indonesia, and Malaysia, to ban social media platforms for all users under 16, with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer saying the move is necessary to protect children’s wellbeing.

Keir Starmer is expected to announce a social media ban for young teenagers Monday, designed to protect children from harmful content.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he is not “prepared to compromise on the safety and happiness of our children.”

Keir Starmer confirms a social media ban for UK teens under 16 to protect them from online threats. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The first actual measures should take effect next year. Today, the UK government has announced that it's going to ban the use of social media for children...

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a social media ban for under-16s, sparking strong reactions as many questioned the government's decision

Britain will ban children under 16 from using a range of social media apps including Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube to protect young people from harmful content and excessive screen time, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday, Starmer told a news conference that he will fight back if technology companies resist…

Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Britain will ban under-16s from using various social media apps.

Keir Starmer confirms a social media ban for UK teens under 16 to protect them from online threats. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and other popular apps are all set to be restricted under the proposed ban

Britain on Monday became the fourth country, after Australia, Indonesia, and Malaysia, to ban social media platforms for all users under 16, with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer saying the move is necessary to protect children’s wellbeing.

The prime minister promises "bold action" ahead of Monday's announcement on restrictions for children.