NDM9149 - Opposition Debate

Tabled on 04/02/2026 | For debate on 11/02/2026

To propose that the Senedd:

Calls on the UK Government to restrict access to social media for children under 16. 

Amendments

NDM9149 - 1 | Tabled on 06/02/2026

Delete all and replace with:

To propose that the Senedd:

1.  Welcomes the UK Government’s forthcoming consultation on access to social media for children under 16, and recognises the need for:

a) ongoing collaboration between the UK and Welsh Governments in tackling these issues and the harm to children and young people;

b) evidence-based decisions that ensure social media is also safer for young people over 16 and adults;

c) social media companies to be held responsible for the harmful content on their sites, with existing legislation enforced and strengthened; and

d) a diverse range of children and young people to be engaged in the debate and their perspectives taken into account