France Approves Sweeping Social Media Ban for Children Under 15

French lawmakers have adopted a bill banning children under 15 from social media, making France the first European Union nation to pass a blanket ban on the platforms

Justin Tomlinson

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France Approves Sweeping Social Media Ban for Children Under 15

French lawmakers on Tuesday adopted a bill banning children under the age of 15 from using social media. The decision makes France the first country in the European Union to approve a blanket ban on such platforms.[1][2][3][4]

The legislative action, which involved both chambers of the legislature, comes amid growing concerns worldwide over the harmful effects of digital content on children.[1][2][3][4]

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