The Prime Minister has announced that starting in early 2027, children under the age of 16 will be prohibited from accessing social media platforms, including Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. This measure aims to protect minors from online harms, affecting millions of young users worldwide.
Under-16s to Be Banned from Social Media Starting 2027
Major platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok will be off-limits for minors.
GNN Desk
Editorial Team
Published on June 18, 2026
1 min read
Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2kydl0zqeko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss