Open Petition since 11th February 2026

Do not ban social media for under 16s - 61,392 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 79,197 - 113 added in the past 24hrs)

I think the government shouldn’t ban social media for under 16s. This is because for many young people social media is how they communicate with their friends. Some people view social media as a lifeline. A community, a supportive network. This is why I think the government shouldn’t ban it.

The Government responsed to this petition on 4th March 2026 (View Full Response)
The government recognises the benefits of digital technologies, including social media, for children. We are consulting on how to ensure children have an enriching and positive experience online.

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Open Petition since 19th December 2025

Ban the use of AI for image, video and audio creation - 12,776 Signatures

(Estimated Final Signatures: 13,926 - 11 added in the past 24hrs)

Legislate to ban the AI generation of images, videos and audio to protect the British public from misinformation, harmful and harassing content, and to protect jobs in the creative sectors.

The Government responsed to this petition on 16th February 2026 (View Full Response)
The Government is focused on enabling the safe use of AI. We are taking steps to address harms, while recognising the positive ways in which AI can drive growth and improve lives.

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Closed Petition closed 30th May 2024

Review Timetable For Phasing Out Copper Wire Landlines - Final Signatures: 11,270

The Government should work with Ofcom & the major telecom suppliers to review the timetable for the switch to digital telephone lines. We believe that doing so by 2025 is totally unrealistic if vulnerable customers are to be protected. The new internet-based system should be phased in over 5+ years.

The Government responsed to this petition on 15th February 2024 (View Full Response)
The PSTN migration is industry-led but Government and Ofcom are monitoring communication providers to ensure that consumers and sectors are protected and prepared for the upgrade process.

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Closed Petition closed 30th May 2024

Legislate against any form of Digital ID - Final Signatures: 11,232

Legislate against Digital ID to prevent digital consolidation and exploitation of our personal and private data. We believe digital ID and the consolidation of a person's private and sensitive data pose a significant threat to human and civil rights.

The Government responsed to this petition on 10th September 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government supports giving people the choice to use trustworthy and secure digital identity products, which could bring great benefits.

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Closed Petition closed 30th May 2024

Give parents/guardians a right to access social media accounts of their children - Final Signatures: 126,033

I want parents/guardians to have the right to be given access to their children's social media accounts, by social media providers, both when the child is alive and if they are deceased.

The Government responsed to this petition on 20th August 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government is committed to tackling the harm children face online and we will look at how we can support families to see information about a child’s internet use following a bereavement.

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Closed Petition closed 22nd October 2025

Repeal the Online Safety Act - Final Signatures: 550,137

We want the Government to repeal the Online Safety act.

Debate: This petition was debated in Westminster Hall on 15th December 2025

The Government responsed to this petition on 28th July 2025 (View Full Response)
The Government is working with Ofcom to ensure that online in-scope services are subject to robust but proportionate regulation through the effective implementation of the Online Safety Act 2023.

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Closed Petition closed 28th February 2026

Ban social media for under-16s to protect children - Final Signatures: 83,242

Ban social media access for under-16s. We think this could protect their mental health and childhood. Evidence shows it can cause harm, exposing children to bullying, addiction and inappropriate content. Follow Australia’s lead to prioritise their well-being. Social media can wait—childhood cannot.

The Government responsed to this petition on 26th January 2026 (View Full Response)
The government is launching a consultation and a national conversation to gather views and drive action to keep children safe online, including seeking views on a social media ban for children.

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Closed Petition closed 7th May 2025

Introduce 16 as the minimum age for children to have social media - Final Signatures: 132,102

We believe social media companies should be banned from letting children under 16 create social media accounts.

Debate: This petition was debated in Westminster Hall on 24th February 2025

The Government responsed to this petition on 17th December 2024 (View Full Response)
The government is aware of the ongoing debate as to what age children should have smartphones and access to social media. The government is not currently minded to support a ban for children under 16.

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Closed Petition closed 8th May 2025

Create a public consultation on freedom of speech and disinformation - Final Signatures: 23,426

We believe that lies, fraud, and media toxicity threaten our way of life. We think new mechanisms are needed to preserve confidence. How else can people know what to trust?

The Government responsed to this petition on 29th November 2024 (View Full Response)
The Government keeps all legislation under review but does not plan to hold a specific public consultation on freedom of speech and disinformation in the UK at this time.

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