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France: social media ban for under-15s blocked by constitutional court

France's Constitutional Council has blocked a ban on social media for those under 15. The court ruled the legislation is disproportionate to freedom of expression and inadequate in protecting privacy. The law was set to take effect in early September. President Emmanuel Macron has asked Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu to revise it, still aiming for implementation before spring 2027.

14 August 2026 at 17:38

Switzerland

France bans social media for under-15s — debate spreads to Switzerland

France has decided to ban access to social media — including TikTok and Instagram — for people under 15 years old. In Switzerland, voices are calling for an identical measure, following the French model. However, Swiss experts consulted by 24 Heures believe such a general ban is "illusory," raising questions about technical feasibility at scale. Le Point argues that the French law "will remain ineffective." The practical procedures for age verification and the implementation timeline remain unclear.

25 July 2026 at 15:29

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France: social media ban for under-15s blocked by constitutional court

France bans social media for under-15s — debate spreads to Switzerland

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France: social media ban for under-15s blocked by constitutional court

France bans social media for under-15s — debate spreads to Switzerland

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