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Ministers are considering tighter rules on social media use by children after growing pressure from families and campaigners. Proposals include stronger age checks, app curfews and limits on addictive features.
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00:00Sakhir Starmer says the government will take decisive action on children's social media use,
00:06as ministers consider restrictions for under-16s.
00:10Campaigners and bereaved families met the Prime Minister in Downing Street,
00:14calling for safeguards against harmful content, bullying and addictive online features.
00:20Some parents say they remain sceptical until changes are introduced.
00:24The consultation has now closed after receiving thousands of responses
00:28from parents, young people, charities and technology groups.
00:32Options considered include tighter age checks, app curfews and limits on features,
00:38including autoplay and infinite scrolling.
00:40Proposals could be introduced before the end of next year.
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