Tánaiste expects proposals on furthering social media laws soon, welcoming debate on youth impact

Media minister Patrick O’Donovan is engaging with the Attorney General and others across the Government to examine what is possible within domestic law to take further action, Mr Harris said
Tánaiste expects proposals on furthering social media laws soon, welcoming debate on youth impact

In the Dáil, Social Democrats TD Sinéad Gibney noted that there had been 'disturbing cases' that highlighted the 'dangers' that children face on social media. Picture: Carla Feric/Stock

The impact of social media on young people deserves a Dáil debate, Tánaiste Simon Harris has said, as he confirmed the Attorney General has been asked for advice on further laws that can be introduced.

In the Dáil, Social Democrats TD Sinéad Gibney noted that there had been “disturbing cases” that highlighted the “dangers” that children face on social media.

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