France passes legislation banning social media use for those under 15
The French parliament has approved a new law restricting social media access for minors under 15, with implementation scheduled to commence in September.
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The French parliament has officially passed legislation aimed at prohibiting individuals under the age of 15 from using social media platforms. According to The Local, the government has set a projected start date of September for the new restrictions to take effect.
While the law has been approved by lawmakers, details regarding the practical enforcement of the ban remain a subject of discussion. The legislation seeks to address concerns surrounding underage access to digital networking sites, though the technical mechanisms required to implement these age-based restrictions are currently being evaluated to ensure the policy functions as intended.
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