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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