Children face two-hour limits on Snapchat and TikTok as government cracks down on ‘compulsive’ screen time
How new rules could tackle ‘compulsive’ phone use in children
- The UK government is considering implementing two-hour daily limits on social media platforms such as TikTok and Snapchat for children.
- Science and Technology Secretary Peter Kyle is exploring these measures to tackle "compulsive" phone use among young people.
- Concerns include the detrimental effects of excessive screen time on children's sleep, concentration for studies, and overall well-being.
- A recent survey indicated that one in five children spend a minimum of seven hours daily using phones and tablets.
- Labour deputy prime minister Angela Rayner has also warned about the "profound impact" of increased online engagement on British social cohesion.