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On the recordJune 15, 2026
Social media is making it easier for bullies to harass and abuse children and could even be harming their mental health – exposing them to content that is dangerous, because that’s what grabs the attention.
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Keir Starmer
Labour Party

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Prime Minister's speech on social media ban for under-16s.

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