Petition · past parliament
Ban social media for under 16s
Closed
53 signatures
What the petition asks
Social media has a disproportionately negative impact on young people, inc online bullying, self-image issues, grooming & access to violent & abusive sexual imagery, self-harm & suicide propaganda. No parent would allow their child exposure to these in real life.
We need the government's help.
We need the government's help.
Timeline
| 8 Apr 2019 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 8 Oct 2019 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
53
Status
Closed
Opened
8 Apr 2019
Closed
8 Oct 2019
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.