00:00MPs have rejected calls for an Australia-style ban stopping under-16s using social media.
00:06Instead, ministers will have powers to introduce restrictions if they believe stronger action is needed to protect children online.
00:14Supporters of a ban, including actor Hugh Grant, say tougher rules are urgent because of harmful content reaching young users.
00:23Children's charities have warned an outright ban could push teenagers towards less regulated parts of the Internet.
00:30The proposal was debated as part of the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill.
00:35Some opposition parties argue the government should go further, while others say stronger enforcement of existing online safety laws should
00:43be a priority.
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