Australia plans social media ban for under-16s

Anthony Albanese says his government consulted with parents, social media platforms and experts about the age limit. (Getty Images) BBC News, November 7 — Australia's government says it will introduce "world-leading" legislation to ban children under 16 from social media. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the proposed laws, to be tabled in parliament next week, were aimed at mitigating the "harm" social media was inflicting on Australian children. "This one is for the mums and dads... They, like me, are worried sick about the safety of our kids online. I want Australian families to know that the...

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