Social media ban 'a defining moment for our children'

Secretary of State for Technology Liz Kendall was addressing the Commons following the announcement of a social media ban for under-16s.

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By Ben Jennings

Can a social media ban protect young users?

The UK says it's banning access to social media for those under age 16.

UK announces social media ban for under-16s

The United Kingdom is set to follow the example of Australia and Indonesia by banning teenagers from social networks. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said platforms like Instagram and TikTok make youngsters "unhappy."

Fears Starmer’s ‘rush job’ social media reforms could send children to ‘darker places’ online

Campaigners and MPs have warned the PM is missing a ‘once in a lifetime’ chance to force platforms to introduce lasting change

By Nicole Wootton-Cane

UK to supply uranium to Ukraine, ramp up sanctions on Russia: Starmer

With a strategic move to fortify Ukraine's energy strategy, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that Britain will provide enriched uranium for its nuclear power plants. This pivotal energy partnership, backed by £210 million from UK Export Finance, will ensure two years of energy supply and sustain many jobs across the UK.

By TOI World Desk

With the UK set to ban social media for under-16s, what is next for Ireland?

Proposal will see children’s access to platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook and X restricted

By Niamh Towey

UK To Supply Nuclear Fuel To Ukraine, Imposes Fresh Sanctions On Russia

The UK will supply enriched uranium to Ukraine for its nuclear power stations and impose new sanctions against Russia, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said ahead of a G7 summit session Tuesday.

Japan and Italy agree to promote fighter jet development with U.K.

Leaders of the two nations also agreed to boost cooperation on economic security, including expanding supply chains for rare earths and other critical minerals.

Cameroon and United Kingdom move to deepen strategic parliamentary cooperation

© AN ​In a high-level diplomatic move to revitalize bilateral ties, the Speaker of the National Assembly of Cameroon, the Right Honourable Theodore Datouo, received the British High Commissioner to Cameroon, His Excellency Matthew Woods, at the parliament buildings in Yaounde. The audience, which marked the diplomat's first official visit since the Speaker's election, focused heavily on strengthening and dynamizing the long-standing historical relations between both nations. Both officials un...

By Louisa KINYUY