UK Government Unveils Plan For Midnight Social Media Curfew For Older Teens

The UK government has unveiled a first-of-its-kind overnight social media curfew for older teens. This initiative follows a previously announced full ban for users under 16, similar to measures in Australia. By default, apps including Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube will become unavailable during midnight hours. These new restrictions, which also include a ban on addictive features, serve as a transition period for children moving toward full social media access after graduating from the under-16 ban.