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Should under 16s be banned from social media?

The Australian Government has introduced new legislation which would put a social media ban in pl...

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18.24 11 Nov 2024


Should under 16s be banned from social media?


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18.24 11 Nov 2024


The Australian Government has introduced new legislation which would put a social media ban in place for those under 16 years of age. The legislation would give the likes of X, Facebook and Instagram a year to put in place methods to restrict younger users – is this the correct solution to the harms of social media? And should Ireland follow suit?

Joining Kieran to discuss is Broadcaster, Wendy Grace and Cyberpsychology Lecturer in IADT, Nicola Fox Hamilton.


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