Proof of ID 'a must' to set up social media account, say TDs

The Children’s Rights Alliance, CyberSafeKids and the ISPCC are urging politicians to use the new Online Safety and Media Regulation Bill to mark the end of self-regulation for tech and social media giants.

People should be required to show proof of ID to set up any social media account, Government and opposition TDs have said.

The Children’s Rights Alliance, CyberSafeKids and the ISPCC are urging politicians to use the new Online Safety and Media Regulation Bill to mark the end of self-regulation for tech and social media giants.