UK Considers Strict Social Media Curfew for Children: A Two-Hour Limit and 10 PM Deadline Proposed

The UK government is considering introducing stricter regulations on children's social media usage. The proposals include a two-hour daily limit and a 10 PM curfew for under-18s. While parental controls are already available on platforms like TikTok, Apple, and Google, experts suggest that their adoption rate is low. Technology Secretary Peter Kyle is leading the initiative, citing concerns about the addictive nature of some apps. However, the plan faces potential challenges. A significant number of tech companies are based in the US, and US President Donald Trump has previously expressed criticism of foreign governments attempting to regulate US tech businesses. "We don't know yet when it's happening," says Jameel Sharif, a BBC journalist, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the timeline of implementation. Some online safety campaigners have criticized the government for its slow response in introducing new laws to protect children. The debate underscores the complex challenges of balancing online safety concerns with the realities of international tech regulation.