Hong Kong education figures and a lawmaker are calling for legislation to restrict social media access for children under 16, arguing it could reduce harms such as cyberbullying and addiction-related impacts. They make the case during a public panel discussion, where speakers describe social media use as a growing concern for schools and students.
The groups supporting a ban say a clear legal signal is needed to shape government action and build prevention efforts for the next generation. They argue that restrictions would help address what they describe as the “biggest problem” in education. Other reporting also notes that the government is not currently planning to legislate, suggesting a gap between proposals from educators and the administration’s position. Overall, the outlets align on the existence of the proposal and the reasons cited for it, while differing in emphasis on how likely legislation is to be adopted.
