GBAF Logo
Finance

France's lower house backs social media ban for those under 15 years old

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review

Posted on January 26, 2026

1 min read

· Last updated: January 26, 2026

Add as preferred source on Google
France's lower house backs social media ban for those under 15 years old
Social media Mental health
Global Banking & Finance Awards 2026 — Call for Entries

PARIS, Jan 26 (Reuters) - France's National Assembly on Monday approved legislation banning children under 15-years old from social media over growing concerns about online bullying and mental health

France's National Assembly Approves Social Media Ban for Under-15s

Legislation Overview

PARIS, Jan 26 (Reuters) - France's National Assembly on Monday approved legislation banning children under 15-years old from social media over growing concerns about online bullying and mental health risks.

Concerns About Online Bullying

(Reporting by Forrest Crellin; Editing by Chris Reese)

Key Takeaways

  • France bans social media for children under 15.
  • Legislation aims to combat online bullying.
  • Concerns over mental health risks drive the decision.
  • National Assembly approved the law on January 26.
  • The move reflects growing global concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is social media?
Social media refers to online platforms that allow users to create, share, and interact with content and other users. Examples include Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
What is online bullying?
Online bullying, also known as cyberbullying, involves using digital platforms to harass, threaten, or intimidate individuals, often leading to emotional distress.
What is youth protection?
Youth protection encompasses laws and policies designed to safeguard children and adolescents from harm, including online dangers such as bullying and exploitation.
What is legislation?
Legislation is a law or a set of laws enacted by a governing body, such as a parliament, to regulate behavior and protect citizens' rights.

Tags

Related Articles

Image for Australia's Wong to visit Japan, China, South Korea to discuss energy security

Australia's Wong to visit Japan, China, South Korea to discuss energy security

Image for Hungary's Magyar to meet EU's von der ​Leyen for talks on EU funds this week

Hungary's Magyar to meet EU's von der ​Leyen for talks on EU funds this week

Image for Switzerland angers Italy by claiming costs of treating Crans-Montana fire victims

Switzerland angers Italy by claiming costs of treating Crans-Montana fire victims

Image for Russian defence minister visits North Korea

Russian defence minister visits North Korea

Image for Fertiliser plant in Russia's Vologda region damaged in Ukrainian drone attack, governor says

Fertiliser plant in Russia's Vologda region damaged in Ukrainian drone attack, governor says

Image for Close Brothers will not take legal action against Britain's car finance redress scheme, Sky News reports

Close Brothers will not take legal action against Britain's car finance redress scheme, Sky News reports

More from Finance

Explore more articles in the Finance category

Image for Germany's far-right AfD rises to record 28%, INSA poll shows
Germany's far-right AfD rises to record 28%, INSA poll shows
Image for German government suspects Russia of Signal attack targeting politicians, sources say
German government suspects Russia of Signal attack targeting politicians, sources say
Image for Romania finds parts of second drone after overnight Russian attack on Ukraine
Romania finds parts of second drone after overnight Russian attack on Ukraine
Image for China condemns EU's inclusion of Chinese entities in sanctions package against Russia
China condemns EU's inclusion of Chinese entities in sanctions package against Russia
Image for Russian parliament speaker in North Korea to mark Pyongyang's troop deployment in Ukraine war
Russian parliament speaker in North Korea to mark Pyongyang's troop deployment in Ukraine war
Image for Macron reaffirms efforts to reopen Strait of Hormuz, as TotalEnergies warns of energy shortages
Macron reaffirms efforts to reopen Strait of Hormuz, as TotalEnergies warns of energy shortages
Image for France's Macron says EU mutual assistance clause is unambiguous
France's Macron says EU mutual assistance clause is unambiguous
Image for US to let Venezuela pay Maduro's lawyer in drug trafficking case
US to let Venezuela pay Maduro's lawyer in drug trafficking case
Image for Italy votes down equal parental leave while fathers redefine their role online
Italy votes down equal parental leave while fathers redefine their role online
Image for German auto industry faces even tougher competition as China economy slows
German auto industry faces even tougher competition as China economy slows
Image for Romania says drone fragments damage property during overnight Russian attack on Ukraine
Romania says drone fragments damage property during overnight Russian attack on Ukraine
Image for Engine maker Horse plans India move to supply growing small car market, CEO says
Engine maker Horse plans India move to supply growing small car market, CEO says
View All Finance Posts