UK Labour Leader Starmer to Propose Ban on Social Media for Under‑16s

Labour Party leader Keir Starmer is set to announce a new policy on social media use. The proposal would ban children under the age of 16 from accessing social platforms. Starmer described the measure as a safeguard for young people’s mental health. The announcement is expected to be made in an upcoming speech. The Independent reported the planned policy unveiling. Critics argue the ban could infringe on digital freedoms. Supporters claim it will reduce exposure to harmful online content. The proposal will likely prompt debate in Parliament and among technology firms.