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Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledges to tackle social media companies, aiming to protect children from excessive screen time. He emphasizes the need for clearer guidelines on safe screen limits, especially for young children, following a government report urging families to cap screens at one hour a day for two to five-year-olds. The report also advises against screens for children under two, except for interactive activities, and discourages fast-paced videos and AI-powered toys. Parents and experts express concern over the growing influence of screens on childrens development, with nearly all two-year-olds watching screens daily. The government is now seeking public input on stricter rules for children under sixteen, inspired by Australias approach, and aims to promote healthier online habits without stigmatizing families.

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