Britain will prohibit children under 16 from using platforms including Snapchat, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and Twitter (X) starting in 2027, according to official plans. The measures will also require platforms to prevent children from live-streaming, including on gaming platforms.
The UK government announced plans to ban children under 16 from social-media platforms including Snapchat, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter (X) starting in 2027, according to official statements. The measures also require platforms to prevent minors from live-streaming, including on gaming platforms, in an effort to improve online safety for young people.
As The Zioneer reported earlier today (June 15, 2026, 10:28 Jerusalem), UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the full ban begins today, calling it an "absolute ban." The announcement of the 2027 timeline appears to be a complementary policy detailing the phased implementation or broader legislative framework, aligning with the PM's stated commitment.
No further specifics on enforcement mechanisms or penalties were provided in this batch.
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