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On the recordJune 9, 2026
I'm much more bothered about the parents who have replied to the consultation, you know, nine out of ten of whom want to see social media banned for under 16.
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Liz Kendall
Labour Party

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Discussing parents' views on social media ban for under-16s.

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AI has got some incredible potential, and I want kids in Wigan and Westminster and Bournemouth and Birmingham and Blackburn to all have these chances to succeed. That is my mission, and I am determined to deliver.

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I definitely think, particularly during moments of crisis and disorder and when public safety is important, we need to look at what more we can do.

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We will be making an announcement really soon about how we give kids the best possible lives online.

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Jun 16, 2026

I’ve never thought that the ban will be a complete silver bullet.

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