According to recent national news, the government may implement restrictions on children's access to social media apps once they reach a two-hour limit.
This consideration arises from research published in 2025 that has found that one in five children spent at least seven hours a day using phones and tablets.
Sky News reported that Peter Kyle, the Minister for Science, Innovation and Technology, expressed concern about the excessive amount of time kids are spending on these apps.
In addition to the proposed two-hour cap per platform, discussions are also underway regarding a potential ban on social media usage during school hours or at night.
With this contemporary issue in mind, we've listed some alternative ideas to help manage screen time over the summer here in Nottinghamshire.
Do you agree with implementing a social media ban for children, or do you believe it is a step too far?
9. Hobbies away from screens
To reduce screen time, rediscover hobbies that don’t involve screens, such as reading, painting, hiking, playing sports, or even hopscotch. Photo: Dave Thompson