Labour MP Josh MacAlister introduces the Safer Phones Bill, aiming to ban phones in schools and raise data consent age to 16 in the UK.

Labour MP Josh MacAlister is introducing the Safer Phones Bill in the UK, aiming to protect children under 16 from excessive smartphone use. The bill proposes banning phones in schools, raising the age for data consent from 13 to 16, and enhancing Ofcom's regulatory powers against addictive content. Supported by cross-party MPs, the bill seeks to address the mental health risks associated with social media and empower parents and schools to manage children's screen time.

October 14, 2024
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