In his most direct statement on the issue to date, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has expressed support for banning certain addictive elements on social media platforms. He emphasized that features designed to keep young users endlessly engaged—like infinite scrolling and streaks—should not be allowed. Starmer indicated that the government will need to implement measures targeting the algorithms that drive these behaviors, aiming to protect children and teens from the hook of constant app usage. Complementing the PM’s stance, the education secretary also noted that regulatory changes in this area are forthcoming.
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