French court blocks Macron’s social media ban for under-15s
First reportBloomberg · 14 Aug, 13:01Z
Latest reportThe Guardian · 14 Aug, 17:12Z
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Why it matters
What
France’s top court blocked a September social media ban for under-15s, citing expression, privacy, and flawed age checks.
Why
The ruling says Parliament’s law lacked clear safeguards, as Australia and other countries pursue similar youth restrictions.
Watch
Macron plans to rewrite the legislation and advance online youth reforms before France’s 2027 election.
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Summary
- Constitutional Council upholds assisted dying law with clarifications on conscience clauses.
- Court strikes down under-15 social media ban for privacy and age-verification gaps.
- Assisted-dying legislation requires incurable illness, sufferings, and informed consent.
- Macron champions both policies; authorities to draft a new robust social-media text.
- Amnesty International urges platform redesign over blanket bans to protect children.
Summary
- France’s top court blocked the ban citing freedom of expression and privacy concerns.
- Parliament-approved law would have barred under-15s from opening accounts from September.
- Court said ageproof requirements lacked necessary safeguards and clarity.
- Globally, Australia and others have or consider age-restriction measures for youths online.
- Macron aims to rewrite the legislation and push reforms ahead of 2027 election.