"We have decided to go ahead with a difficult but necessary measure: ban access to social media for children under 15 years old. Our intention is not to remove you from technology, which can be a source of inspiration, of knowledge, of creativity. But science is clear: When a child spends hours in front of a screen its mind gets no rest."
"Last year, the government outlawed mobile phones in schools and set up parental control platforms to help protect children from excessive screen time. Mitsotakis said he had conferred with parents after a litany of complaints about cyber-bullying and children becoming increasingly addicted to mind-numbing apps."
"A survey released by the Greek polling company ALCO showed overwhelming endorsement for the crackdown. Majorities of up to 79% across half a dozen European countries also support banning under-16s from social media, a YouGov poll has revealed."
Greece plans to implement a social media ban for children under 15 years old beginning January 1. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis cited rising anxiety, sleep issues, and the addictive nature of online platforms as reasons for the ban. The Greek parliament is expected to vote on this legislation, making Greece one of the first European countries to adopt such a measure. Previous actions included banning mobile phones in schools and establishing parental controls. A survey indicated strong public support for the ban across several European nations.
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