Rethink the social media ban, Scottish youth groups urge UK govt
( August 12, 2026, 14:41 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The UK government should reconsider its plans for a social media ban for under-16s because it could push young people toward riskier platforms and restrict access to information, members of the Scottish Youth Parliament and 152 young people have said in a letter to new Prime Minister Andy Burnham. The group asked the government to "meaningfully involve young people from across the UK in the development and implementation of this policy" and to conduct a children’s rights impact assessment before the proposals are presented to lawmakers.Statement follows....
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