How will the under-16s social media ban work? – podcast

Politics The Guardian By Presented by Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey; produced by Frankie Tobi; music by Axel Kacoutié; executive producer Maz Ebtehaj 15 Jun 2026 14:05 1 min read

Keir Starmer has announced his social media ban for under-16s. The proposals are tougher than expected, and include a ban on major apps such as TikTok, Instagram, X, Snapchat, YouTube and Facebook. Plus, the Makerfield byelection is on Thursday. How will team Starmer be preparing for a potential Andy Burnham win? Continue reading...

Keir Starmer has announced his social media ban for under-16s. The proposals are tougher than expected, and include a ban on major apps such as TikTok, Instagram, X, Snapchat, YouTube and Facebook.

Plus, the Makerfield byelection is on Thursday. How will team Starmer be preparing for a potential Andy Burnham win?

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