Thu Nov 07 03:02:04 UTC 2024: ## Australia to Ban Social Media for Under 16s
**Sydney, November 7, 2024:** Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced today that the government will introduce legislation banning social media use for children under 16 years old. The law, set to be introduced in parliament this year, will come into effect 12 months after its ratification.
The burden of proof will be on social media platforms to demonstrate they are taking reasonable steps to prevent access by underage users. This means the onus will not be on parents or young people to restrict access.
Albanese stated at a press conference that the government is taking a proactive stance to protect children from the potential harms associated with social media. This move follows growing concerns about the impact of social media on young people’s mental health and well-being.
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