The UK government is considering implementing new social media restrictions for children under 16, as stated by Technology Secretary Liz Kendall. This follows a public consultation that attracted over 80,000 responses, revealing significant parental support for such measures, with 90% of parents in favor of a ban on minors holding social media accounts. Kendall confirmed that an Australian-style ban is 'definitely on the table.' In addition to the potential ban, the consultation explored alternative options aimed at protecting young users, such as enforcing app curfews and limiting the more addictive features of social media platforms. Both Sir Keir Starmer and the Prime Minister are expected to announce further actions regarding social media regulation soon, particularly ahead of the upcoming Makerfield by-election. However, some experts, including Scotland's children's commissioner Nicola Killean, have raised concerns about the effectiveness of a blanket ban, arguing it may not adequately address deeper issues like exploitative algorithms and could unfairly shift responsibility onto children.