- Aug 3
Home Office confirms at least five Mohamed Al Fayed survivors as victims of human trafficking
The Home Office has formally recognised at least five women abused by the late Harrods owner as victims of modern slavery, with cases spanning international and domestic trafficking from the 1990s to after 2010.
- Jun 21
UK teenagers divided on under-16s social media ban as government eyes strict ID rules
The UK government plans to ban under-16s from using platforms like Instagram and TikTok by next spring, with age verification likely requiring official ID. Teenagers express fears of disconnection but some welcome the move for mental health.
- Jun 15
UK prime minister announces social media ban for under-16s: 'I'll stare at the wall' says teen
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that Britain will bar anyone under 16 from using social media platforms, with a law expected before Christmas and enforcement in spring 2027. The move, following Australia's lead, sparked a viral reaction from a 14-year-old who said she would 'stare at the wall' with her reclaimed screen time.