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France Implements EU's First Social Media Ban for Under-15s

France's Parliament has approved a law banning social media use for children under 15 and restricting phone use in high schools, set to take effect by September.

Nilakshi Barman - - 1 min read
France Implements EU's First Social Media Ban for Under-15s
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France has become the first country in the European Union to legally restrict social media access for children under 15 as of Tuesday. This move addresses global concerns about the harmful effects of digital content on young users.

Both houses of the French Parliament approved a law, banning social media use for this age group and prohibiting phone use in high schools. The legislation aims to protect children's mental health and support their educational engagement. It is set to take effect by September.

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