Under-16 social media ban supported by Lords

Fahad Redha

March 26, 2026
3 min read

Under-16 social media ban supported by Lords

The House of Lords has supported the introduction of a social media ban for anyone under-16, similar to a law recently introduced in Australia. Peers voted 266 to 141 in a rejection of the Prime Minster’s proposals for a public consultation over a ban.

“Tonight the House of Lords sent for the second time an unambiguous message to the government: hollow promises and half-measures are not enough,” Conservative former minister Lord Nash said in a statement. It is the second time that Nash pushed for an under-16 social media ban, after MPs voted against it earlier this month.

Fuel Prices Drive Rising Consumer Interest in Electric Vehicles

Higher fuel costs are accelerating consumer interest in electric vehicles, reshaping the future of transport and energy demand.

Ethics in Mental Health Questioned After AI Chatbot Concerns

Growing concerns emerge over the role of AI chatbots in mental health, raising ethical questions about safety and accountability.

‘Made in Europe’ Rule Proposed to Counter Chinese EV Imports

European policymakers consider new rules to strengthen domestic EV production and reduce reliance on Chinese imports.

“That they voted in even greater numbers than before sends a very clear message to the government that they must act now to raise the age limit for access to harmful social media sites to 16,” he said, adding that peers were “all conscious, as we voted, that watching from the gallery were bereaved parents – parents who lost their children because of social media”. Delay, he said, “has consequences.”

The vote comes following a jury in California finding Meta, the owner of Google and Facebook, had deliberately designed addictive products which were harmful to the mental health of a 20-year-old woman who was awarded $3 million (£2.25 million) in damages after she had become addicted to social media as a child. The decision may influence other similar lawsuits in America.

Stay tuned to EyeOnLondon for the latest news and expert opinions.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel for the latest videos and updates!

We value your thoughts! Share your feedback and help us make EyeOnLondon even better!

About Author

Fahad Redha

Fahad is the Content Editor at EyeOnLondon, overseeing the publication’s editorial output across news, culture, and lifestyle. With a background in journalism from the University of the Creative Arts, he brings a broad range of experience from local London reporting in Kensington & Chelsea, where he held roles including motoring, events, and health editor. At EyeOnLondon, Fahad plays a central role in shaping content and maintaining editorial standards. His work spans everything from daily news to feature coverage, with a particular strength in motoring and events. He also incorporates photography into his reporting, adding a visual layer to many of his stories. Fahad joined EyeOnLondon in February 2021.