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Young people call on Burnham to rethink social media ban
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The use of social media has become a key way for politicians and political parties to engage with young people, who are increasingly active online. As a result, any restrictions on social media access could potentially limit opportunities for young people to learn about and participate in the political process. This has raised concerns among some MPs about the potential impact on efforts to increase youth engagement and political awareness.
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Evening Standard
Young people call on Burnham to rethink social media ban
Youth groups have warned the Prime Minister the plans could lead young people to less regulated parts of the internet.
13 Aug, 10:37
The Independent
Will social media ban become obstacle to empowering young people?
Some MPs are concerned the social media ban risks alienating young people from politics before they can even vote
21 Jun, 08:59
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Guido Fawkes
Only 5% of Respondents to Labour’s Social Media Ban Consultation Were Young People
Only 5% of the respondents to the consultation used by Labour to justify shutting down social media for under-16s were young people. Those who actually experience social media in the same way… DCMS minister Ian Murray has been busy telling Parliament how much the Government listened to the young before banning them from forums. Answering…
15 Sept, 14:42