U.K. to Ban Social Media for Under-16s, AI “Romantic Companion” Chatbots for Under-18s
“Children will be given back their childhoods," with "less time for scrolling and more time for play," Keir Starmer's government promises in taking a page from the Australian playbook.
Hollywood Reporter — 15 June 2026
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“Children will be given back their childhoods," with "less time for scrolling and more time for play," Keir Starmer's government promises in taking a page from the Australian playbook.
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"less time for scrolling and more time for play,"
— Hollywood Reporter
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