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New Zealand Considers Banning Social Media for Minors

Updated 2026-08-24 05:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s party plans to introduce a bill in parliament seeking to ban children under 16 from using social media, citing harm to the younger generation. The move aims to protect young users from potential risks associated with online platforms.

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The Guardian
Prime minister Christopher Luxon’s party to introduce bill seeking the ban, citing harm to a generation of childrenNew Zealand prime minister Christopher Luxon has said his party will introduce a bill in parliament that ⁠seeks to ban children ⁠under ​16 from using social media, proposing f
2026-08-24 05:22 UTC
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