NCPA considers social media restrictions for children under 16

Thursday, 09 July 2026 - 7:54

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The National Child Protection Authority is focusing on restricting social media usage for children under 16 years of age.

Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya stated this in Parliament yesterday (08) while responding to a question raised by Member of Parliament Harshana Rajakaruna.


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