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Macron Moves to Ban Social Media for Kids Under 15

1/25/2026

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French President Emmanuel Macron intends to fast-track legislation banning social media for children under 15, aiming for a September implementation.
The move follows Australia’s ban on users under 16, which has led to the removal of millions of child accounts.
In the United Kingdom, the government is under pressure to adopt similar measures, with a public consultation underway and opposition parties urging immediate action.

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French President Emmanuel Macron intends to fast-track legislation banning social media for children under 15, aiming for a September implementation.
The move follows Australia’s ban on users under 16, which has led to the removal of millions of child accounts.
In the United Kingdom, the government is under pressure to adopt similar measures, with a public consultation underway and opposition parties urging immediate action.