Greens respond to Communications Minister Anika Wells' announcement today of the final rules for social media ban.
As stated by Greens Spokesperson for Communication, Senator Sarah Hanson-Young:
"The Government's newly released rules for the social media ban today show what a farce this ban is.
"Rather than policing the sharks, the government is just hoping kids don't jump in the water.
"This is going to leave a lot of parents and a lot of young people in a vulnerable state come December when the ban kicks in.
"If the government was serious about protecting our kids, they would hit the social media companies where it hurts: their business model.
"We need a ban on social media companies targeting minors with advertising and dangerous algorithms. That is the only reason these companies want young people on their platforms; so they can sell them things, target them with their advertising, and collect their data.
"I challenge the government - work with the Greens to put in place a digital duty of care and prohibit online advertising to minors. The Greens are willing to work together on this important reform to protect our kids and make social media safer for everyone."
