French Court Ruling on Social Media Ban
France's Constitutional Council blocked a law that would have banned social media access for children under 15. The court ruled the law infringed on freedom of expression and privacy.
Where they agreeFrance's top court rejected a law intended to ban social media for children under 15.
Where they differSome reports focus on the legal reasoning behind the court's decision, while others emphasize the political implications for President Macron's reform agenda.
Key playersEmmanuel Macron (French President) · Sébastien Lecornu (French PM)
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Saturday, August 15Latest
- French court blocks Macron’s social media ban for under-15s
- France was going to be a pioneer in Europe by banning social media for those under 15. It has run into an obstacle: the ConstitutionFrancia iba a ser pionera en Europa vetando las redes a menores de 15 años. Se ha topado con un obstáculo: la Constitución
- The Supreme Court of France rejected a law banning social media for children under 15 — it violates freedom of speechВысший суд Франции отклонил закон о запрете соцсетей для детей до 15 лет — он нарушает свободу слова
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Friday, August 14
The French Constitutional Council rejected a law banning social media for under-15s, citing an infringement on freedom of expression. President Macron has called for a new version of the law.
Coverage focuses on the court's reasoning and the government's determination to pursue the reform.
- French Constitutional Council rejects ban on social media for under-15sFrance: le Conseil constitutionnel censure l'interdiction des réseaux sociaux au moins de 15 ans
- French Constitutional Council rejects ban on social media for under-15sL’interdiction des réseaux sociaux aux moins de 15 ans s’effondre face au Conseil constitutionnel
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