What would a social media ban for under-16s in the UK look like?

The UK might soon follow in Australia’s footsteps (Picture: Getty/Metro)

We’ve all heard someone say that they spent their apparently blissful childhood playing outdoors, rather than staring at their mobile phones.

Soon, however, youngsters might have no choice but to get some fresh air.

The UK is considering a social media ban for under-16s, which Australia enforced last month.

After all, almost four in 10 children aged 3-5 use social media in the UK.

But blocking TikTok is easier said than done...