The government will issue guidance on healthy screen use for children aged 5–16.

Parents are set to get clear, practical, evidence-based guidance to help them manage their children’s screen use. It is set to be published in the autumn.

The government has launched a three-week call for evidence to inform the guidance. This will also look for views on screen use in schools.

Bridget Phillipson, Education Secretary, said: "Parents are trying to navigate challenges previous generations never faced, and they deserve clear, practical support they can trust.  

"Some will argue the answer is to turn back the clock and return to a world of only pens and paper. I disagree. Used well, technology can open up opportunities for children with SEND, personalise support and help more children succeed.  

"We want every child to benefit from technology’s opportunities without sacrificing the things that matter most - their learning, their wellbeing and their childhood."
 

Public Health Minister Sharon Hodgson said: "We want every child to grow up happy and healthy and that means supporting families to make screen time work for them.  

"That’s why we want to give parents and carers the clarity and confidence they need to build healthy habits in a fast-changing digital world, while giving children and young people the best support to thrive online and offline."