Big tech firms must stop young people circulating nude images, says UK PM Starmer


British Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a speech at London Tech Week on government plans to use technology to boost growth, in London, Britain, June 8, 2026. REUTERS/Isabel Infantes/Pool

LONDON, June 8 (Reuters) - Big ⁠tech firms operating in Britain must stop children circulating nude images on their phones or they will face legislation forcing them to do so, ⁠Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday.

The announcement is Starmer's latest effort to protect children from the harmful impacts of technology. It ‌comes as the Times reported that he is also planning to announce a ban on some social media platforms for those aged under 16.

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