Technology · 16 June 2026
Musk attacks UK plan for under-16 ban
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Young people could face tighter limits on social media use, while critics say new checks may affect privacy and push users to less secure online spaces. On Monday, Keir Starmer said children under 16 would be blocked from major platforms from spring 2027, and ministers are weighing age checks through smartphone systems. Elon Musk called Britain a “police state”, while YouTube and Meta also criticised the proposals.
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