French lawmakers approve social media ban for children

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French lawmakers approved a ban on social media use by children, set to take effect at the start of the new school year in September. France becomes the first EU country to pass legislation restricting social media access for minors to address concerns over youth wellbeing and safety online.

Lawmakers in France gave the green light to a social media ban that could come into effect by the start of the new school year in September, becoming the first EU country to enact such a ban.