French court blocks Macron’s social media ban for under-15s

France's highest court has rejected a proposed law that would prevent children under fifteen from using social media, citing concerns over privacy and fundamental rights. President Macron is urging a swift revision of the legislation to create a stronger framework for child…

Constitutional council says curbs infringe freedom of expression and privacy as president vows to rework legislation France’s top court has blocked a ban on social media access for under-15s, ruling that it infringed freedom of expression and privacy. The decision is a blow to…

The move was a setback for President Emmanuel Macron, who championed the ban. He vowed to pass a new version before he leaves office next spring.

The decisions mark both a victory and a setback for President Emmanuel Macron, who had championed both policies.

Legislation passed by French MPs to ban under-15s from accessing social media infringes upon freedom of expression, the country's top court says.

France’s highest court blocked a ban on social media for children under 15 that was approved in Parliament last month, in a setback for President Emmanuel Macron who championed the bill.