- A global movement is underway involving several countries, including Indonesia, while the UK plans to adopt Australian social media models.
- The UK government has proposed sweeping bans on social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat.
Government announced social media age restrictions for under-16s and imposed liability on technology firms.
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Updated Jul 1
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What happened
Government announced social media age restrictions for under-16s and imposed liability on technology firms.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Age restrictions are being implemented on major social media platforms.1 source
- Government proposes age limits and curfews for online safety, supported by Parliament.Sub-event
New rules impose age restrictions and liability on Big Tech Firms.1 source
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The entities involved
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Keir Starmer
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom since 2024
- Peter Mandelson has been appointed UK ambassador to the US, amid revelations of his past links to Jeffrey Epstein and pressure on Keir Starmer from cabinet members.
- Burnham has succeeded Starmer as Labour leader and PM, appointing Pat McFadden to run the DWP and John Healey to oversee policy implementation, including PIP threshold changes.
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government
system or group of people governing an organized community, often a state
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Instagram
photo and video sharing social network owned by Meta Platforms
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