Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 14880
Social Media: Young People
Tabled: 18 November 2024
Answered: 27 November 2024
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, if his Department will launch an inquiry into social media harms for young people.
Answer
Feryal ClarkThe government is aware of concerns of the impact that being on smartphones and social media from a young age is having on children. This month, the government has commissioned a feasibility study into future research to understand the ongoing impact of s...
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