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Recommendation 7

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We recommend that the Government introduces mandatory restrictions on high-risk and addictive design features, such...

Recommendation
We recommend that the Government introduces mandatory restrictions on high-risk and addictive design features, such as infinite scrolling, disappearing messages and algorithmic messages for under-18s, with appropriate age-related restrictions enabled by default, rather than relying on voluntary measures or user opt-ins. (Recommendation, Paragraph 15) Impact on schools, teachers and children’s education
Government Response

A response document is linked to this report, dated 10 September 2026. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document ↗