29 h. ago Children under 16 could be banned from using social media at certain times

Ofcom have set out new rules to force tech firms to protect children online

Events

32 h. ago Websites must restrict porn and other content for some people from July

Ofcom's new online safety rules to protect children have been criticised for not going far enoug

Politics

33 h. ago New online safety rules will force tech firms to change, Ofcom insists

The regulator has set out how websites and apps must protect children from harmful content.

Science

36 h. ago Ofcom sets out new rules to force tech firms to protect children online

The regulator has published its final version of the Children’s Codes of practice, which firms have until July to come into line with.

Politics

3 w. ago Why a ban on kids having social media accounts and buying smartphones could stem online hate

In an article for the Daily Record, newly-elected MP Joani Reid has called for sweeping curbs to protect children amid growing fears of online manipulation.

Economics

last month Duchess Sophie issues urgent demand to protect children from dangers lurking online

The Duchess of Edinburgh addressed politicians at a summit in Brussels today to describe the "corrosive impact" of web-based exploitation and sent a message to tech companies demanding urgent action

Politics