latest | Government to confirm plans for social media age ban – but critics call strategy ‘half-cocked’New Digital and AI Strategy being considered todayCampaigner says plans ‘deeply problematic’ as adults would also have to prove their ageNo plans to ban smartphones for teenagers, Taoiseach saysTánaiste Simon Harris has expressed support for a ban. Photo: GettyCónal Thomas and Senan Molony Today at 13:50The Government will today confirm plans to restrict social media use by under-16s in Ireland.

Source: Irish Independent February 18, 2026 11:41 UTC