UK bans children younger than 16 from using social media apps including TikTok and YouTube

The United Kingdom government is banning social media access for children under 16, including platforms like TikTok and YouTube. Announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, this move makes the UK the fifth nation to implement strict age-based restrictions to protect children online. Although Starmer acknowledged that some teenagers might bypass these regulations, he emphasized that the priority remains the safety and happiness of children, joining a small group of countries pursuing similar digital protections.