Facebook rejects calls over ‘neknomination’ videos

Facebook has rejected calls for it to remove pages and videos linked to the ‘neknomination’ drinking craze.

Communications Minister Pat Rabbitte called on the social media giant to take action after hitting out at what he called a “stupid and silly game” which had “tragic consequences”.

“Firstly the responsibility is with young people who are falling for a foolish and stupid ruse that can have devastating consequences... but it would be helpful if Facebook agreed to take down pages which promote a stupid and silly phenomenon,” he said.