Nowacka told Bloomberg News the government wants platforms to ensure effective verification of users’ ages. A draft outline of the bill is to be presented on Friday by Civic Platform, she said.
The planned rules would include financial fines for services that fail to block access for younger users. Nowacka said the amount of any penalties is still under discussion.
The regulations could take effect at the start of 2027, Nowacka said.
“We see problems with the mental health of children and adolescents, we see a decline in their intellectual abilities,” she said, pointing to growing concern about social media’s impact on young people.
Other European countries are also examining similar measures, including Denmark, Greece, France, Spain and Britain, according to the report, which noted the British government has previously said it is considering restrictions to better protect children online after Australia adopted comparable rules in December.
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Source: Polish Radio