# UK Teens Get Midnight Social Media Curfew | London News

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Published: 2026-07-14T22:59:04+00:00
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Starting next spring, UK teens aged 16 and 17 will face a midnight social media curfew—extending a ban already in place for younger users—to combat sleep disruption and online harms. While not mandatory, apps will default to blocking content from midnight to 6 AM, alongside turning off addictive features like autoplay and endless feeds. Critics call the measures half-hearted, arguing they’re more political theater than real protection. Research shows curfews help teens sleep better and focus more, though some report feeling isolated. The government also plans to use AI chatbots to nudge younger users toward healthier habits, aiming to balance independence with safety. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/dd94461210e22559

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