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Social Media Ban Will Have Consequences That Do ‘As Much Harm As Good’ | Chris Stokel-Walker
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9:13Now Playing“The ban is a very draconian measure.”
According to experts, Keir Starmer’s social media ban for under 16s is likely to have unintended consequences which could do further damage, and will also lead to children getting around the ban via VPNs, says tech journalist Chris Stokel-Walker.
Chris Stokel-Walker was speaking to Jane Garvey and Fi Glover. Listen live every Monday to Thursday 2-4pm.
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