British News Agency

A decision in this direction was adopted yesterday, and it is expected to increase pressure on European countries to legalize restrictions on children’s use of social media.

The European Parliament adopted a resolution stating that children under 16 cannot use social media without parental permission. Although not legally binding, the decision aims to encourage the adoption of legislation regulating children’s social media use within Europe.

The resolution passed with a large majority. Discussions about restricting children’s access to social media have become increasingly heated in recent months.

The Danish government had previously announced that it was banning social media use for children under 15.

Christel Schaldemose, a Danish Member of the European Parliament and the author of the draft resolution, stated that protecting children is not only the responsibility of parents but also of politicians and society as a whole.

The European Commission is considering a ban similar to the one set to take effect in Australia in December for children under 16.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that she will closely monitor the implementation of the law. She emphasized that children are vulnerable on social media and that this may cause significant difficulties for them.

She promised to appoint an expert committee before the end of the year to find ways to protect children from the harmful effects of social media use.