UK Turns to Australia Model as British Government Considers Social Media Ban for Children

The report describes the UK government’s exploration of stricter controls on children’s use of social media—potentially banning under-16s—alongside tougher age checks, limits on addictive design features, and enforced school phone bans, informed by Australia’s recent nationwide prohibition and supported by a public consultation; these measures aim to build on the Online Safety Act to reduce harm and promote healthier technology use among young people.