Britain to Ban Social Media for Under‑16s from 2027, Part of Global Push

The United Kingdom has announced a new rule to block social‑media platforms for minors. The ban will apply to children younger than 16 years old. Implementation is scheduled to begin in 2027. The policy is part of a broader effort to protect young users online. Britain joins a growing list of countries that are introducing similar restrictions. Other nations have already enacted or are planning comparable bans. Officials say the measure aims to reduce exposure to harmful content. The rollout will require cooperation with platform providers to enforce the age limit.