Social media age limits to go before parliament ahead of next election, Albanese says

The Albanese government is set to impose a minimum age for teens accessing social media, aiming to enhance child safety amidst rising parental concerns.

Albanese stressed that while protecting every child is impossible, the government is committed to doing all it can to address the challenges of modern technology.

Former high court chief justice Robert French's report advocates for setting the minimum age at 14, emphasizing the need for parental consent on digital platforms.

Malinauskas likened the harm caused by early social media access to that of cigarettes and alcohol, urging that governments have a responsibility to protect children.

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