Social media ban for under-15s in France on the European agenda
The French government has revised the social media ban for children under 15, which was previously annulled by the Constitutional Council, and submitted it to the EC.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the new bill restricting social media use for children under 15 has been finalized and notified to the European Commission, while calling for the practice to be standardized across the entire continent.
Preparation Process of the Bill
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the new bill prepared for the social media use of children under 15 has been completed. Following technical studies, the text was officially submitted to the European Commission.
Constitutional Council Annulment Decision
The regulation, which had previously been adopted by both chambers of parliament, was annulled by the country's highest constitutional judicial body, the Constitutional Council. The Council had ruled that the ban constituted a disproportionate interference with the freedom of expression of young people and fell short in identifying risks.
Call for Europe-Wide Standardization
French leader Macron stated that this ban, aimed at protecting underage individuals, should not remain limited to France alone. Macron emphasized that the measure in question should become a common rule and standard throughout Europe.