France’s constitutional authority strikes down social media ban for under-15s
The Constitutional Council found that the legislation infringed on the freedom of expression and communication of those under 15.
On Friday, France's top constitutional authority ruled against a ban on social media access for children under 15, disappointing President Emmanuel Macron's legislation. The Constitutional Council deemed Article 1 of the law an infringement on the freedom of expression and communication of minors, stating it was neither appropriate, necessary, nor proportionate.
Macron had thanked lawmakers for their support and promised to implement the law by September. Following the decision, the Elysee Palace announced that Macron had instructed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu to draft a new, legally sound version of the legislation, which must consider both the Constitutional Council's ruling and the European regulatory framework.
Lecornu is urged to work swiftly on a draft that meets these requirements. Despite the setback, Macron reiterated his commitment to the reform.
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