Submitted on Wednesday 19th March 2025
Rejected on Thursday 1st May 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Ban smartphones usage at schools in the UK.
We, the undersigned, call on the UK Government to introduce legislation that prohibits smartphones from being used in all primary and secondary schools nationwide by students.
Smartphone usage among children has been linked to a rise in mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and attention disorders. Excessive screen time is also contributing to poor academic performance, sleep disturbances, cyberbullying, and a decline in physical activity and social interaction.
Several countries have already introduced restrictions or outright bans with positive outcomes in well-being and academic attainment.
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The following petition calls for a similar action:
Require schools to ban students use of smartphones during school hours
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/719230
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