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    Czech town of Vsetín to ban mobile phones in all primary schools🔗

    The senator and city mayor said his decision was based on neurology science research, that cell phone use decreases attention and learning efficiency. By September 2024, primary schools in Vsetín will be locking mobile phones in cloakrooms or special lockers so that children are not tempted to access them during breaks.

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    France must curb child, teen use of smartphones, social media, says panel🔗

    Children under 11 should not have a mobile phone. The use of smartphones with internet access should be banned for children under 13. Social media apps should be banned for all under-15s, and minors over 15 should only access "ethical" platforms, according to a report by an expert panel appointed by the French President.

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    Ministers confirm plan to ban use of mobile phones in schools in England🔗

    Ministers have confirmed that mobile phones will be banned in English schools. Many schools already prohibit phone use during school hours to help students concentrate on their lessons and engage with their friends and teachers. Schools will be able to choose an approach to prohibiting mobile phones which suits them.

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