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Education Secretary Reviews Smartphone Bans Amid Rising Concerns

3/20/2025

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Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is taking action to address the rising concerns over social media's effects on young minds by reviewing smartphone bans in English schools. This initiative will involve checking adherence to current guidelines and launching a nationwide survey, as the call for stricter regulations intensifies amid the urgent need for effective enforcement.

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Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is taking action to address the rising concerns over social media's effects on young minds by reviewing smartphone bans in English schools. This initiative will involve checking adherence to current guidelines and launching a nationwide survey, as the call for stricter regulations intensifies amid the urgent need for effective enforcement.