Britain to bar under-16s from major social media apps

The British government said it will ban people under 16 from using major social media apps, the government announced.

The announcement said the ban will apply to platforms including Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X.

The government said the move will make the U.K. part of a growing global effort to tighten online safety for children.

The announcement did not provide details on enforcement or a timetable.

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