Does the UK need stronger laws to force social media firms to protect children?

The UK's Online Safety Act, enforced by Ofcom since 2025, requires platforms to remove illegal content and protect children from harm, with fines exceeding £1 million for non-compliance. Prime Minister Keir Starmer seeks greater powers, including consultations on banning under-16s from social media, restricting VPNs, curfews, and age verification amid rising concerns over grooming, self-harm, and addictive features. Platforms like Meta, TikTok, and others face summons to address child exploitation and screen time impacts.