What happened: Members of the House of Lords have urged the UK government to ban social media use for under-16s, defying current government consultation on the issue. The government is considering whether to follow Australia's example with such a ban.
Why it matters:
- Could lead to stricter regulations on social media access for children in the UK.
- Affects young users, parents, social media companies, and policymakers.
MNN Take: The government is still consulting on social media age restrictions, while peers are pressing for immediate action to protect younger users from potential online harms.
Sources: BBC Politics