As Australia's social media ban for under 16s looms, users have shared mixed reactions, but could the UK follow suit and ban young people from using popular social media apps too?

Australia has announced that all citizens under 16 will be banned from using social media . From December 10, the Australian government requires platforms to deactivate all accounts for under 16. These platforms must take "reasonable steps" to prevent users from holding an account until after they turn 16, or face a fine of up to $49.5m (£24.5m).

Facebook , Instagram , Threads, TikTok, Snapchat, X, YouTube , Reddit , Twitch and Kick are named as the apps to be included in the ban. However, the Australian government has said the list is dynamic and other platforms could be added if kids flee to one t

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