Oral evidenceSelect & Joint CommitteesTuesday, 21 April 202609:30

Education Committee: Screen Time and Social Media

Committee hears from witnesses

The Education Committee will hold an oral evidence session examining the effects of screen time and social media use on young people. The inquiry will explore the relationship between digital device consumption and educational outcomes, mental health, and child development, hearing from expert witnesses and stakeholders on this increasingly prominent policy concern.

This affects every school-age child and their families across the UK. As social media and screen use become central to young people's lives, understanding their educational and developmental impact is critical for policymakers shaping future education and child welfare policy. The findings may influence government guidance, school policies, and potential regulation of social media platforms.

Education Health & NHS Technology & Digital

Committee mentioned:Education Committee