France is planning to ban social media access for children under 15, with the measure set to take effect in September 2026. The proposed legislation, inspired by Australia's similar ban, also includes prohibiting mobile phones in high schools. President Emmanuel Macron cites concerns over inappropriate content, cyberbullying, and disrupted sleep patterns as reasons for the ban, aiming to protect younger generations. The draft bill will undergo legal review before being debated in Parliament early next year, with potential for broader EU-level regulation.