As Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils sweeping plans to ban under-16's from social media, a growing contingent of parents and content creators are pushing back. While the government argues that technology is fuelling a youth mental health crisis, many families see social media as a space for creativity, connection and early entrepreneurship. Parents of young influencers say a blanket ban could instantly dismantle their own businesses, hobbies and future financial safety nets. Two mothers have