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Makers of Netflix drama Adolescence meet UK Prime Minister to discuss online harm


Published on 2025-03-31 09:24:37 - Euronews
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  • The co-writer and producer of the hit Netflix drama 'Adolescence' have met with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to discuss how to prevent young people from being influenced by toxic online content.

The creators of the Netflix drama "Adolescence," which explores the dark side of social media, met with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to discuss the implications of online harm. The series, set to release in 2024, delves into the lives of teenagers and the negative impacts of social media, including cyberbullying and mental health issues. During the meeting, the show's writer, Jack Thorne, and executive producer, Dominic Treadwell-Collins, highlighted how the series reflects real-world issues and the need for better online safety measures. They discussed the potential for the show to influence policy changes regarding online safety, especially in light of the UK's Online Safety Bill, which aims to make social media companies more accountable for content on their platforms. The meeting underscores the growing intersection between entertainment, social issues, and government policy.

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