Overview

• Kemi Badenoch revealed her 20-year-old cousin died by suicide in late 2022 after excessive internet use and exposure to extremist ideologies like pro-mortalism and anti-natalism.
• Badenoch expressed concerns about the addictive nature of social media for both children and adults, highlighting its impact on mental health and behavior.
• She is considering policy changes, including a potential ban on social media access for children under 16, inspired by similar measures in Australia.
• A recent NASUWT poll found that 59% of UK teachers believe social media has contributed to worsening pupil behavior, emphasizing its influence on youth.
• The NASUWT conference is addressing the role of social media in far-right recruitment and calling for government support in combating harmful online narratives.