UK lawmakers vote to reject social media ban for under-16s


The age limit had been backed by peers earlier this year after growing calls from campaigners including actor Hugh Grant. — Photo by Tim Mossholder on Unsplash

LONDON: A ban on social media for under-16s has been rejected by Members of Parliament (MPs) in the United Kingdom.

The age limit had been backed by peers earlier this year after growing calls from campaigners including actor Hugh Grant.

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