https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/screentime/Recent content in screentime on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usMon, 25 May 2026 04:57:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/exclusive-poll-reveals-strong-west-midlands-support-for-banning-social-media-use-among-under-16s/Mon, 25 May 2026 04:57:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/exclusive-poll-reveals-strong-west-midlands-support-for-banning-social-media-use-among-under-16s/A striking 82% of people in the West Midlands support banning social media access for under-16s, according to exclusive polling conducted for Birmingham Live. This aligns with growing concerns about the impact of excessive screen time and social media use on young teenagers. Australia has already implemented a groundbreaking ban preventing children under 16 from using major social media platforms, including Facebook, X, Snapchat, and Instagram. The West Midlands’ strong backing reflects fears around harmful online content and addictive algorithms, which critics say contribute to issues such as radicalisation, self-harm, and even suicide among youth.