In some schools, the fight against mobile phone usage is too harsh, while others think that nothing can be achieved with a ban
Schools in Latvia are divided on how to handle mobile phone usage among students, with some enforcing strict bans and others questioning their effectiveness.
Then the loud change of the Ministry of Education will become a fact. Details revealed
A recent report highlights alarming trends among Polish youth, prompting the Ministry of Education to propose a mobile phone ban in primary schools.
Center Party: Mobile Phone Ban Should Also Include Adults
The Center Party in Finland advocates for expanding the mobile phone ban in basic education to include upper secondary education, based on feedback from teachers.
Poland: Towards a ban on mobile phone use by children under 16 in schools
Poland plans to ban the use of mobile phones by children under 16 in schools starting September 1, 2026, addressing concerns about screen time and social media usage among minors.
Poland to ban mobile phone use for school students under 16 years
Poland will implement a ban on mobile phone usage for students under 16 years starting September 1, 2026, following similar initiatives by other countries to reduce dependence on smartphones among youth.
Students of Salas Secondary School on the mobile phone ban in elementary school: Teachers should also set an example
Students from Salas Secondary School discuss the upcoming ban on mobile phone use in schools, expressing mixed feelings about the change.
Mobile phone ban in Bavaria's schools: Mobile phones will soon be prohibited again until the eighth grade
Bavaria's Cabinet has decided to reinstate a legal ban on mobile phone usage in schools until the end of seventh grade, despite previous relaxations.
Mobile phones will be banned in Latvian schools until the 9th grade inclusive
Latvia will extend the existing mobile phone ban in schools to include students up to the 9th grade starting June 1, 2026.
Mobile phones banned in schools up to 9th grade
Latvia will implement a ban on mobile phone usage in schools for students up to the 9th grade starting June 1, 2026, to enhance students' concentration and reduce risks related to digital emotional abuse.
Cell Phone Ban Transforms Recess - Ristijärvi School Students Now Repairing Broken Devices of Residents
Ristijärven keskuskoulu has banned mobile phones throughout the school day, encouraging students to repair broken devices during recess.
"The state has failed," says expert about the ban on mobile phones in schools. He described warning signs in children
The debate over regulating mobile phone use in schools in the Czech Republic is intensifying, with experts advocating for state-led initiatives instead of leaving decisions to individual school directors.
Principals satisfied with schools' mobile phone ban: We have regained eye contact and greeting
Principals across various Finnish schools report that a mobile phone ban implemented in autumn 2025 has led to more sociable students and a significant decrease in bullying.
Preparation to Ban Mobile Phones for Children in Karnataka? Siddaramaiah Expresses Concern Over Social Media Addiction
The Karnataka government, led by Congress, is considering a ban on mobile phone usage for students under 16 due to concerns about social media addiction affecting children's mental health.
Preparation for a ban on mobile phone usage for students in Karnataka?
The Karnataka government is considering a ban on mobile phone usage for students under the age of 16, seeking input from university vice-chancellors on the matter.
Preparation for Mobile Ban for Students Under 16 in Karnataka
The Karnataka government is considering a ban on mobile phone usage for students under the age of 16 to combat social media addiction and exposure to drug use.
Youth House in Filipstad Reopens – Wants Cameras and Mobile Ban
The Youth House in Filipstad is set to reopen with plans for surveillance cameras and a mobile phone ban to enhance safety due to past incidents involving criminal gangs.
Two UK attractions set to introduce phone ban for families over half term
Two UK attractions in the UK are planning to implement a mobile phone ban during the February half-term to encourage family interaction without distractions.
Bangladesh: Chaos over Mobile Ban at Voting Centers, EC on Backfoot after Jamaat's Ultimatum
The announcement of a mobile phone ban at polling centers in Bangladesh ahead of the parliamentary elections has sparked significant political debate and opposition from right-wing parties.
Himachal Government's Big Decision, Ban on Mobile Phone Use in All Schools
The Himachal Pradesh government has decided to completely ban the use of mobile phones in all government and private schools starting March 1, as announced by Chief Minister Sukhu.
The French Parliament approved a ban on mobile phones for children
The French Parliament has approved a bill banning mobile phone use in schools and all social media use for children under fifteen, an initiative strongly supported by President Emmanuel Macron.
Parental Control Manual: How to Protect Your Child from Excessive Use of Social Networks and Mobile Phones
A recent article discusses the growing concern in Slovakia and worldwide about the impact of social networks and unrestricted internet access on children's concentration and mental health, particularly following the implementation of a mobile phone ban in primary schools.
Fuchs announces a strict ban on mobile phones and control of excuses
Education Minister Radovan Fuchs stated that changes to the rules regarding mobile phone usage in schools will strengthen regulations and clarify provisions on unexcused absences, particularly in cases of parental pressure on schools.
Gordana Keresteš: Mobile phone bans in schools also depend on parents
The Ministry of Education is considering a ban on mobile phone usage in elementary schools, both during classes and breaks, in response to research highlighting the risks of excessive phone use by children.
Tories would ban under-16s from social media, says Badenoch – UK politics live
The Conservative party in the UK plans to ban under-16s from social media and mobile phone use in schools to address concerns about mental health and access to harmful online content.
Mobile phone ban yielding good results although some sneak in their phones
The mobile phone ban at Álftamýrarskóla has significantly increased student interactions despite some students admitting difficulty in resisting the urge to use their phones.
French lawmakers to debate social media ban for children under 15
French lawmakers are preparing to debate a proposed social media ban for children under 15 and restrictions on mobile phone use in high schools, set to be discussed in January 2026.
The government wants to ban social media for those under 15 starting September 1, 2026
The government plans to implement a ban on social media for individuals under 15 years old from September 1, 2026, alongside a proposed law to extend the ban on mobile phone usage in high schools.