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Mairi McAllan: We recognise a spectrum of harm associated with the significant intensification that we’ve seen in children and young…

On the recordJune 3, 2026
We recognise a spectrum of harm associated with the significant intensification that we’ve seen in children and young people’s use of online platforms and smartphones.
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Mairi McAllan
Scottish National Party

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Discussing the impact of mobile phone use on children.

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