The Netflix series Adolescence, highlighting the impact of social media on teenage violence, has reignited conversations about banning under-16s from these platforms. Following Australia's lead, UK stars advocate for similar restrictions, which have garnered bipartisan support. However, the bill process faced criticism for its rushed nature and lack of comprehensive review after receiving over 15,000 submissions. The Australian government is working on implementing the ban by December 2024, yet uncertainty looms regarding the technology and platform compliance necessary for enforcement.
The smash hit Netflix show Adolescence has sparked renewed discussions regarding social media bans for minors, with calls for the UK's adoption of similar policies as Australia.
The anticipated ban on under-16s accessing social media in Australia is set to begin in December 2024, following a whirlwind legislative process that drew significant debate.
Author Jonathan Haidt, who lobbied for the Australian social media ban, believes that while the implementation may not be perfect initially, it will yield positive results over time.
Despite the passing of the legislation in November 2024, there remains uncertainty in Australia regarding the effective execution and compliance of the planned under-16s social media ban.
Collection
[
|
...
]