Prime Minister recently engaged with creators of Netflix's drama 'Adolescence', discussing its portrayal of internet toxicity and its effects on youth. He acknowledged it was difficult viewing for him and his children, sparking a national discourse on related issues. Sir Keir Starmer noted the show's power to shed light on intricate challenges many face today. With Netflix offering the series to schools for free, calls for policy actions like a smartphone ban and a digital consent age emerged, demonstrating urgency to address rising online dangers among teens.
Prime Minister stated he found the show 'really hard to watch' with his teen children, highlighting the show's impact on discussing online toxicity.
Sir Keir Starmer remarked that the show acts as a 'torch' illuminating complex issues, urging a need for nuanced discussions rather than simple solutions.
Jack Thorne advocated for a school smartphone ban and a 'digital age of consent' in the UK, taking cues from Australia’s recent laws on social media use.
The Prime Minister described the viewing experience as 'harrowing' yet acknowledged its significance in igniting national conversation about youth and social media influences.
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