Keir Starmer is expected to announce a social media ban for children, according to reports citing planned government steps. The measures are linked to work already being discussed within the government on protecting minors online. Ministers also say they will issue advice aimed at reducing children’s screen time and improving how parents manage device use.
Alongside the ban announcement, outlets report that a separate consultation will inform guidance for parents. That guidance is expected to cover when children should get smartphones and how long under-16s should spend online. The intention is to set clearer expectations for families rather than rely solely on existing voluntary approaches.
While the outlets focus on the forthcoming announcement and the consultation process for parenting advice, they indicate the policy approach combines restrictions on access with practical recommendations. The full details, including scope and timing, are not included in the provided excerpts, but the reports agree the government is preparing both the ban and additional screen-time guidance.
