There should be a ban for people under 16. For people of 16 and 17, there is a night ban. This ban lasts from midnight until 6 in the morning.
The apps stay blocked at this time. But the young people can turn off the block themselves. Some experts say this does not work.
Certain features should be off as a standard. This concerns the endless scrolling. Such features can make you addicted. KI-Chatbots must also have breaks for young users.
Liz Kendall is the minister for technology. She explains the reasons. Young people need enough sleep for school. They should spend more time with the family. Companies must follow the rules. Otherwise they get high fines.
A new study shows something important. Many young people see social media critically. Almost half want a life without these apps. They still spend much time on the internet. But they like meeting friends in person best.
