Blanket social media ban for minors would fall short, children’s groups say
( May 23, 2026, 13:00 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: A blanket social media ban in the UK would not tackle the root causes of online harm, 25 children’s organizations said in a joint statement published on Saturday. As the UK’s consultation on children’s digital wellbeing comes to a close, the coalition called for curbs on harmful design incentives, stricter AI regulation and an independent Online Safety Commissioner, on top of a ban. The group also asked to include the protection of children in the design of online services and policy decisions.Statement follows....
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