Banning under 16s from social media

Motion text

That this House notes with concern the impact of social media use on the mental wellbeing of children under 16, including increased anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and exposure to harmful content; recognises that current age restrictions and safeguards are insufficient to address this growing problem; and calls on the Government to ban access to social media for under-16s in order to better protect young people’s mental health and development.

The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.

Democratic Unionist Party