Members of Parliament (MPs) in the UK are advocating for a ban on addictive social media features for users under 18, citing significant risks to children’s mental health and safety. The Education Committee's report, published recently, calls for measures such as blocking infinite scrolling, disappearing messages, and push notifications, which they believe contribute to 'severe and systemic' harms. Shadow education secretary Laura Trott highlighted the exposure of children to extreme content, urging the government to act swiftly. The report also emphasizes that social media companies must take responsibility for the design choices that lead to these harms and suggests imposing 'clear, enforceable duties' on them. The ongoing government consultation is considering a full ban on social media for under-16s, reflecting growing concerns about children's online experiences. Additionally, a separate report has criticized social media's impact on young people's employment, labeling it as a factor in creating a 'stranded generation.' The government has expressed its commitment to child safety online but has yet to finalize specific actions.