The UK’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that he would ban under-16s from social media.⁣ ⁣ The proposed measures would apply to platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook, X and YouTube, with the government aiming to strengthen protections against harmful content, excessive screen time and online risks.⁣ ⁣ The ban, which could come into effect in spring 2027, follows Australia’s ruling in December 2025.⁣ ⁣ But how could the ban be implemented? Find out more here: tinyurl.com/yanhy73t⁣ ⁣ #uk #ukpolitics #starmer #keirstarmer #socialmedia #socialmediaban