# Banning Social Media for Under-16s: What You Need To Know - An Interview With Lord Bethell

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Podcast: [The Midlife Mentors](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-midlife-mentors-1171889)
Published: 2026-06-27T07:00:00+00:00
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Send us Fan Mail What if we look back on social media the same way we now look back on smoking? In this thought-provoking episode, we're joined by Lord Bethell, one of the leading voices behind the push for stronger online protections for children and the proposed social media legislation in the UK. We explore why governments are finally stepping in, what age verification could mean for young people, the hidden impact of algorithms on developing minds, and why some experts believe social medi...

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