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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Rosie Shead

Brianna Ghey’s mother wants children banned from social media

  • The mother of a transgender teenager murdered in 2023 is calling for a social media ban for children under 16.
  • Esther Ghey, the mother of Brianna Ghey, says social media platforms are an "absolute cesspit" full of harmful content, including hate speech and dangerous challenges.
  • She is advocating for stricter online safety measures, including an age limit on smartphone use and tougher action on knife crime.
  • Ms Ghey's call to action follows the release of an ITV documentary, Brianna: A Mother's Story, which explores her 16-year-old daughter’s life and death.
  • The documentary features interviews with Brianna's friends, police officers, and a former Meta engineering director discussing the dangers of harmful algorithms.
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