Government Urges Safer Tech, Screen Time Limits for Kids

0:00On March 27, the Children's Commissioner, Dame Rachel D'Souza, says tech companies need to step up and build safer online platforms, rather than leaving parents and kids to handle all the risks alone. This comes alongside new government advice, urging families to cap screen time at one hour a day for two to five year olds, or even less if possible. While avoiding screens entirely for kids, under two, unless it's for shared interactive fun. Prime Minister Sir Kear Starmer has vowed to battle social media giants over addictive content that's hooking young users. The government is also consulting on stronger protections for those under 16, like potential bands or time limits inspired by Australia. Experts worry excessive early screen time, disrupts sleep, cuts family interactions, and hamper's attention in development in a small but growing. Number of Children. The guidance, shaped by a panel including pediatrician, professor Russell Viner, pushes for screen-free meal times and bed times, plus steering clear of, fast paced videos or AI toys.

1:05Professor Viner calls for clear advice on quality content amid confusing educational claims online, noting how passive screen-watching crowds out. Sleep, play, and language growth. Education Minister Josh McAllister highlights how screens have reshaped childhood over the past decade. A recent US jury found Google and Meta prioritized the diction over kids' well-being, fueling UK pushes against harmful features as evidence from. Trials shapes future rules to shield young people online. From across Europe, powered by AI, this is Europe News Today.