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The Earl of Effingham (Con)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 11 June 2026

Debate

Misinformation: Social Market Foundation Report

Contribution

My Lords, it is not just about elections; social media exposes under-16s to relentless misinformation. It distorts their understanding of reality, fuels anxiety and fear, and normalises hateful or dangerous ideas. My noble friend Lord Bailey mentioned health misinformation. A ban would give children vital protection during a key developmental stage and support parents and schools in teaching critical thinking first. Yet another country, Canada, has recognised the seismic problem today. Why are the Government taking so long to act?

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