… If it is passed, young teenagers would not be able to use networks such as Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok. …
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France's parliament backs bill banning social media for under-15s
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France's lower house voted 116-23 in favour of legislation that would ban under-15s from accessing platforms like Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok, with President Macron calling it a "major step" toward protecting children's mental health. The bill now goes to the Senate for approval, and similar restrictions are being considered in other European countries including Denmark, Greece, Spain and Ireland.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 27 January
France's parliament backs bill banning social media for under-15s
France's lower house voted 116-23 in favour of legislation that would ban under-15s from accessing platforms like Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok, with President Macron calling it a "major step" toward protecting children's mental health. The bill now goes to the Senate for approval, and similar restrictions are being considered in other European countries including Denmark, Greece, Spain and Ireland.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →