UK says it will consider banning social media for children

The UK government is exploring stricter online safety measures for children, including a potential social media ban for those 15 and under, stronger age assurance, phone curfews, and limits on addictive platform features, alongside new guidance for parents and school inspections. Officials plan a nationwide consultation, will study Australia’s recent ban, and cite early results from the Online Safety Act (e.g., higher age checks and reduced exposure to adult content). The initiative also includes investigating Grok and banning AI nudification tools amid concerns about harms to women and minors.