Australia to Implement Social Media Age Limits Amid Youth Mental Health Concerns

Legislation will set age restrictions for social media use, with UK officials considering similar measures.

A new Australian law will ban children under 14 from social media and require parental consent for 14- and 15-year-olds.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasizes the need to protect young people's mental and physical health.
UK Technology Secretary Peter Kyle is closely monitoring Australia's approach as the UK considers its own regulations.
Critics argue that the ban might be ineffective and push children towards unsafe online practices.
Public opinion in Australia shows strong support for age-based social media restrictions, though younger demographics are less convinced.