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Students split on prospect of under-16 social media ban

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 13:23

Picture credit: Manx Radio

IOM Government hasn't confirmed if it plans to follow UK's lead

Students in Peel are split on the prospect of a ban on social media for under 16s.

This week, the UK government's announced plans to introduce legislation stopping them being allowed to access social media from next year.

So far, the Isle of Man hasn't commented on whether it plans to follow suit, but the education minister told Manx Radio that 'time will tell'.

Chantelle, Onnee, Keira and Frank are sixth form students at Queen Elizabeth II High School and have shared their views:

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