End of the Scroll: UK to Ban Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for Under-16s

Mon, Jun 15 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ —  In June 2026, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced sweeping legislation to ban children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms, with the restrictions set to take effect in Spring 2027. Grounded in Part 3 of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026, the policy aims to combat a youth mental health crisis and protect children from addictive algorithms and harmful online content. Continue reading →