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EU faces revolt over social media ban for children

The European Union is poised for a big reveal of its plans to keep minors safe online – but proposals to restrict their social media access and force age checks have drawn fire from children's rights groups and privacy defenders alike.

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Social media critics have pointed to a rising body of evidence showing the negative effects of the platforms on children's mental and physical health. — Pexels

BRUSSELS : The European Union (EU) is poised for a big reveal of its plans to keep minors safe online – but proposals to restrict their social media access and force age checks have drawn fire from children's rights groups and privacy defenders alike.

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen is set to outline how the 27-nation bloc plans to limit children's use of social media during a highly anticipated speech to the European Parliament next week.

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