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U.K. Proposes Social Media Time Limits for 16- and 17-Year-Olds
The U.K. government is considering restrictions on when 16- and 17-year-olds can access social media. The proposal comes despite existing legal rights for those ages to consent to sex and join the Royal Navy.
Jul 16, 11:20 AM·1m read2 sources
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The U.K. government is considering rules that would restrict when 16- and 17-year-olds can use social media. Current law allows people aged 16 and older to consent to sex and enlist in the Royal Navy.
Officials are now examining limits on social media access for the same age group. The proposal would create a curfew-style restriction on platform use for those under 18. No specific hours or enforcement details have been released.
The measure would apply only to 16- and 17-year-olds and would not affect younger children already covered by existing rules.
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