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UK Considers Social Media Curfew for Teens Amid Addiction Crisis

4/24/2025

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UK Digital Secretary Peter Kyle is contemplating a social media curfew for those under 16 after 10pm, driven by alarming mental health concerns linked to addictive platforms. With nearly half of British teens admitting to feeling addicted, Kyle seeks to equip parents with effective tools to help manage their children's screen time and protect their well-being.

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UK Digital Secretary Peter Kyle is contemplating a social media curfew for those under 16 after 10pm, driven by alarming mental health concerns linked to addictive platforms. With nearly half of British teens admitting to feeling addicted, Kyle seeks to equip parents with effective tools to help manage their children's screen time and protect their well-being.