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EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 32 MIN

Should we ban social media for under-16s?

from The New Statesman Podcast, Subscriber Only Edition

Will Keir Starmer ban kids from social media? The PM has promised a crackdown on social media and said he's "open-minded" to a full on, Australia-style ban for under 16s. Oli Dugmore is joined by senior editor George Eaton.

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Will Keir Starmer ban kids from social media? The PM has promised a crackdown on social media and said he's "open-minded" to a full on, Australia-style ban for under 16s. Oli Dugmore is joined by senior editor George Eaton.

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