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MNN UK · January 25, 2026 · 1 min read

Bereaved parents urge faster social media ban to protect children

What happened: Mothers of Brianna Ghey and Jools Roome have expressed concern that delays in implementing a social media ban could put more children at risk. They call on Ofcom to strengthen protections for young users.

Why it matters:

  • Potential delays in regulation may leave children exposed to harmful online content.
  • Families affected by youth tragedies are seeking urgent action to improve safety measures.

MNN Take: The calls highlight ongoing debates about how quickly and effectively social media platforms should be regulated to safeguard young people from online harm.

Sources: BBC UK