French parliament voting on social media ban for minors, with deputies and Emmanuel Macron present.
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Parliament adopts ban on social media for under-15s

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Parliament definitively adopted on Tuesday the bill banning access to social networks for minors under 15. This measure, a first in Europe, was hailed by Emmanuel Macron as a major advance.

The Senate voted on the text 243 to 2 in the afternoon, followed by the National Assembly later in the day. The bill bans access to social networks for those under 15, while exempting online encyclopedias like Wikipedia and open-source software sharing platforms.

Emmanuel Macron said in a video posted on social networks: « La France ouvre la voie en Europe pour la protection de nos enfants, de nos adolescents. On continue ». On X, he added: « Je m’y étais engagé, c’est désormais voté ».

Entry into force is planned for the September school start for new accounts and early January 2027 for existing accounts. Digital Minister delegate Anne Le Hénanff stated that France was « le premier pays à instaurer une majorité numérique ».

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Initial reactions on X highlight the French parliament's adoption of the social media ban for under-15s as a pioneering European measure backed by Macron. Positive views praise child protection from algorithms and addiction. Skeptical opinions focus on enforcement challenges like mandatory ID or facial verification, potential circumvention via VPNs, and questions about political timing. Neutral reports note comparisons to Australia and upcoming September implementation, with some users expressing frustration over access restrictions.

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Photorealistic image of PM Keir Starmer announcing social media ban for under-16s in UK Parliament, with frustrated teens and blocked app icons.
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