French lawmakers vote to ban social media use by under-15s

The Guardian - World News Public HealthNews ReportEN 3 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseJanuary 27, 2026 at 03:22 AM

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French lawmakers have passed a bill in the lower national assembly to ban social media use for those under 15, aiming to protect children from excessive screen time and potential mental health issues. Championed by President Macron, the bill will now proceed to the Senate before potentially becoming law, with authorities aiming for enforcement by the start of the 2026 school year. The legislation also includes a ban on mobile phones in high schools. Social media platforms would be required to deactivate non-compliant accounts by the end of 2026. The bill excludes online encyclopedias and educational platforms, and necessitates an effective age verification system.

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ANSES said social media had detrimental effects on adolescents, particularly girls.

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Authorities want the measures to be enforced from the start of the 2026 school year.

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The legislation would make France the second country to take such a step following Australia.

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The lower national assembly adopted the text by a vote of 130 to 21.

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French lawmakers passed a bill banning social media use by under-15s.

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Europe 40% TikTok 40% Instagram 40% Snapchat 40% Renaissance 50% Australia 50% Gabriel Attal ×270% National Assembly 70% Senate ×270% Emmanuel Macron ×390% France ×690%

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