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French court blocks Macron’s social media ban for under-15s

Constitutional council says curbs infringe freedom of expression and privacy as president vows to rework legislation France’s top court has blocked a ban on social media access for under-15s, ruling that it infringed freedom of expression and privacy. The decision is a blow to President Emmanuel Macron as momentum builds around the world for Australian-style restrictions on children’s use of social media. Continue r…

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The Constitutional Council says it infringes upon freedom of expression - but President Macron vows to prepare a new draft.

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French court blocks Macron’s social media ban for under-15s

France's top court blocks social media ban for under-15sBBC News – World
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France's top court blocks social media ban for under-15s

The Constitutional Council says it infringes upon freedom of expression - but President Macron vows to prepare a new draft.

France’s Top Court Strikes Down Ban on Social Media for ChildrenNYTimes – World
NYT

France’s Top Court Strikes Down Ban on Social Media for Children

The move was a setback for President Emmanuel Macron, who championed the ban. He vowed to pass a new version before he leaves office next spring.

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