The UK government has unveiled plans to introduce a default overnight social media curfew for 16 and 17-year-olds, aiming to reduce excessive screen time and promote healthier habits. Under the proposal, platforms such as Instagram, TikTok and YouTube would automatically be unavailable between midnight and 6:00 a.m., although older teens could choose to disable the restriction through their account settings. Officials also want features like autoplay and infinite scrolling turned off by default, arguing that these changes could improve sleep, concentration, and time spent with family. The measures are part of a broader effort to strengthen online safety for young people, following plans to ban under-16s from several social media platforms. While supporters believe the proposals could encourage healthier digital habits, critics argue that optional curfews may have limited impact and fail to address wider online safety concerns. The government hopes to introduce the legislation by the end of 2026, with implementation planned alongside broader youth online safety reforms.
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