Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 113479
Social Media: Young People
Tabled: 20 February 2026
Answered: 25 February 2026
Named DayQuestion
Mrs Sharon Hodgson
Labour — Washington and Gateshead South
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of social media age restrictions on young people accessing illegal platforms.
Answer
Kanishka NarayanThe government keeps this issue under close consideration . The Online Safety Act places robust duties on in-scope services to prevent children from encountering illegal content and activity.We are shortly launching a consultation exploring children’s use...
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