Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced plans to introduce legislation to ban children under the age of 16 from the use of social media. There will be no exceptions, even for users with parental consent.
The legislation is expected to be introduced to parliament by this year, with laws set to take effect 12 months after being ratified by lawmakers. The proposal is said to have garnered bipartisan support. If successfully rolled out, this would be a global first. Natashya Gutierrez reports.
The legislation is expected to be introduced to parliament by this year, with laws set to take effect 12 months after being ratified by lawmakers. The proposal is said to have garnered bipartisan support. If successfully rolled out, this would be a global first. Natashya Gutierrez reports.We know it's a hassle to switch browsers but we want your experience with CNA to be fast, secure and the best it can possibly be.
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