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Teens and bereaved parents react as UK announces social media ban for under-16s
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June 15, 2026
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21:45Now PlayingThe Prime Minister has announced a ban on under-16s accessing certain social media sites, following a similar move in Australia last year.
Sky’s Sarah-Jane Mee speaks to teenagers and bereaved parents about the impact of the ban.
#socialmedia #ban #uk #skynews
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