Top French court blocks social media ban for children
- Posted on August 14, 2026
- By Financial Times
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France's Constitutional Council has rejected a proposed legislation aimed at restricting social media access for minors, determining that such measures would excessively limit citizens' fundamental rights to free expression. The court's decision highlights the ongoing tension between protecting young users from digital risks and preserving constitutional liberties. This ruling reinforces judicial scrutiny of age-restrictive digital policies across Europe.
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