Following Prime Minister Kier Starmer's announcement of a child social media ban, MP for North West Leicestershire Amanda Hack as spoken out in favour of the ban, citing nine in ten parents responded in favour of the ban for under-16s.

The announcement said, from Spring 2027, children under the age of 16 will no longer be able to use certain social media, including Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X.

The ban will also include restricting under-16s from accessing platforms for livestreaming and communication with strangers, including gaming platforms, like Roblox.

In a statement published soon after the announcement, Hack said: 'The message from parents and young people has been clear, stronger action on social media is needed.

'Nine in ten parents who responded to the consultation supported a ban on social media for children under 16, while two-thirds of young people also backed restrictions on access to certain platforms. Those who contacted me directly were overwhelmingly in favour of greater protections.'

A member of Hack's team visited Ashby School for an event hosted by Smartphone Free Childhood, saying there was a strong feeling at the event in favour of the ban.

'It was useful to be in the chamber when the Secretary of State announced the plan,' continued Hack. 'I was able to ask her questions around ensuring free educational content for young people will continue.'

Children will still be able to access learning resources, news and games as well as keeping in touch with friends and family, instead hoping to cut off access to platforms that enable children to talk to strangers.

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According to Hack, 'many [constituents] who contacted me argued that these changes were necessary to help children develop healthier habits and spend more time away from the pressures that social media can place on young lives.'

Click here to read the full statement.