Submitted on Friday 21st March 2025
Rejected on Thursday 10th April 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Smartphones, Smart Age Limits. Safeguard the Future: Responsible Tech for Kids
We call on the Government to introduce legislation that limits smartphone use for children under 16 and ensures the development of safe, child-friendly phones.
Children deserve a free and equal childhood, protected from harmful smartphone use. We urge the government to make it law to restrict under-16s from using standard smartphones and require child-safe phones with restricted features like limited apps and internet access. A legal framework ensures every child is equally protected, as individual parental control alone isn’t enough. Let’s safeguard young minds and promote responsible tech use for a better future.
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Ban the sale, ownership and access to smartphones for children 16 and under
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/714201
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