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Starmer Proposes Social Media Regulation to Protect Youth

4/1/2026

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Starmer Regulates Social Media

Sir Keir Starmer (leader of the Labour Party) announced regulation of social media features that encourage addiction among young users.
In an interview, Starmer criticized infinite scrolling, saying such features should not be allowed.
The government is considering a ban on under-16s' social media use and is consulting on further restrictions.
Starmer cited a U.S. ruling against Meta and Google to stress protecting children online and pledged to support parents.

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Starmer Regulates Social Media

Sir Keir Starmer (leader of the Labour Party) announced regulation of social media features that encourage addiction among young users.
In an interview, Starmer criticized infinite scrolling, saying such features should not be allowed.
The government is considering a ban on under-16s' social media use and is consulting on further restrictions.
Starmer cited a U.S. ruling against Meta and Google to stress protecting children online and pledged to support parents.

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