New regulation ready in France regarding social media use for children under 15
The new bill regarding the social media use of children under 15, which was annulled by the Constitutional Council in France, has been finalized and submitted to the European Commission.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the new bill prepared for the social media use of children under 15 has been finalized and notified to the European Commission.
Legal Process and Annulment Decision
The initial regulation, previously adopted by both chambers of the French Parliament, had been annulled by the Constitutional Council on August 14.
The Constitutional Council had ruled that the previous text disproportionately restricted the freedom of communication and expression of young people and constituted a disproportionate intervention.
Preparation of the New Draft
Following the annulment decision, a new and legally more robust legislative process was initiated upon the instructions of French President Emmanuel Macron.
The new draft, which is fully compatible with European norms, was finalized following extraordinary technical studies.
Notification to the EU Commission
Official authorities announced that the newly prepared bill has been officially notified to the European Commission.
President Macron shared this development with the public in a statement via the X platform and stated that they are following the process closely.
Emphasis on Europe-Wide Implementation
French President Emmanuel Macron drew attention to the importance of this regulation aimed at protecting children from the negative aspects of the digital world.
Macron emphasized that these planned protective measures should be adopted not only in France but across all of Europe.