Is Australia’s social media ban for under 16s actually working? | ITV News

On December 10th 2025, Australia became the first country in the world to ban under-16s from several major social media platforms.

With Technology Secretary Liz Kendall announcing a three-month consultation this week on a what a ban for UK teens would look like. Debi Edward reports from Sydney, Australia, to hear from those affected.

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