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On Monday, Starmer said under-16s will be banned from social media platforms such as Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X by spring 2027.
Speaking to the BBC, some pupils described the ban as unnecessary as they asked for more responsibility for parents.
One student said she hoped the ban "will have a positive impact on young people's lives and their mental health."
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