Rishi Sunak Talks About Biggest Issues Faced By Children, Announces Ban on Mobile Phones In Schools

rishi sunak talks about biggest issues faced by children, announces ban on mobile phones in schools

We’re making sure our children receive the education they deserve, UK PM Rishi Sunak said. (Image/X@RishiSunak)

The British government on Monday issued new guidelines regarding the use of mobile phones in schools. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, on Monday, shared a video portraying how “distracting mobile phones are in the classroom”.

In the video, Sunak is shown trying to speak but gets distracted by the ringing of his phone thrice. “See how frustrating that is,” Sunak says after putting his phone away.

“Almost one-third of secondary school pupils said their lessons were disrupted by phones. We know they (mobile phones) are a distraction in the classroom and cause bullying in schools. Many schools have already banned them, which has led to a safer and better learning environment for their students. Now, we’re publishing new guidance so other schools have the support they need to do the same,” the UK PM said.

“We’re making sure our children receive the education they deserve,” he added.

According to a PTI report, the new guidelines will include various approaches like banning phones from the school premises, handing in phones on arrival at school, and keeping phones securely locked away at school.

According to data from the UK media watchdog Office of Communications (OFCOM), by the age of twelve, 97% of children have a mobile phone. Using mobile phones in schools can lead to online bullying, and distraction, which, in turn, can lead to lost learning time, the Department for Education (DfE) noted.

“Growing up in today’s digital world provides immense opportunities but this should not come at the expense of our children’s wellbeing or education. That is why we have passed world-leading legislation to make the UK the safest place in the world for young people to be online,” said UK Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan.

“Today’s announcement will support parents and educators further, helping give the next generation the best chance to realise their potential,” she added.

(With PTI inputs)

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