UK social media ban expansion for under-16s could cover YouTube Kids
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guardianTech
November 10, 2026 · 09:30
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Regulations under consideration could affect up to 150 platforms, including LegoPlay, Spotify and eBay, sources sayA substantial expansion of the social media ban for under-16s could inadvertently lead to a ban on YouTube Kids and other sites that had been thought exempt, sources briefed on the government’s proposals have said.The ban could also see games platforms such as Lego Play covered by the regulations. One source close to the talks said the regulations now under consideration meant there could be up to 150 platforms now covered by the ban, which is set to come into force in March. Continue reading...
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