Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 17531

Social Media: Parents and Carers

Tabled: 9 July 2026
Answered: 17 July 2026

Question

Alice Macdonald

Labour (Co-op)Norwich North

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what support she will provide to parents and carers ahead of the implementation of the social media ban for under 16 year-olds.

Answer

Kanishka Narayan
The government recognises the vital role that parents and carers play in supporting children's online safety. Alongside the social media ban, the government will provide a package of support for parents and carers.This includes an expanded media literacy ...

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