Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 48079
Social Media: Young People
Tabled: 24 April 2025
Answered: 2 May 2025
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of design features on social media platforms that promote excessive use on trends in the level of addictive behaviours in teenage us
Answer
Feryal ClarkKeeping children safe online is a priority for the government. Under the Online Safety Act, platforms must bake safety into the design of their products and services will need to comply with their child safety duties by the end of July. The Act is clear t...
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