"The government is making a legal commitment that it 'must' act once its consultation on whether the UK should introduce an Australia-style ban has concluded."
"We are clear that under any outcome we will impose some form of age or functionality restrictions for children under 16."
"Bailey said the government is 'focused on addictive features, harmful algorithmically-driven content and features'."
"A 'progress report' must be made three months after the legislation receives royal assent, reflecting 'our intention to quickly produce a response following the consultation'."
The government plans to implement age or functionality restrictions on social media for children under 16, as stated by Education Minister Olivia Bailey. This decision follows a series of votes in the House of Lords supporting a social media ban for this age group. The government is committed to acting after consulting on a potential ban similar to Australia's. Bailey emphasized the need for regulations addressing addictive features and harmful content, with a progress report due three months after the legislation is enacted.
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