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Tech firms had 'enough time' says Nandy, ahead of social media announcement

Tech firms had 'enough time' says Nandy, ahead of social media announcement

Summary

The UK Culture Secretary, Lisa Nandy, said tech companies had enough time to make social media safer for children before a government announcement on new restrictions. The planned rules may include banning children under 16 from some social media sites and setting a curfew for older teens to better protect young users online.

Key Facts

  • Tech firms are expected to make their social media platforms safer for children.
  • The UK government plans to announce new rules soon, led by the prime minister.
  • Proposed measures might ban children under 16 from certain social media sites.
  • Older teenagers could face a curfew restricting when they can use social media.
  • Most people who responded to a government survey supported the under-16 ban.
  • Some critics say bans might create new problems and worry the policy was rushed.
  • The ban aims to change young children’s expectations about using social media.
  • The government recognizes that no single solution can completely protect children online.
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