Smartphones to be banned in schools in England
Government bows to pressure from teachers, parents and Conservative Party
Government bows to pressure from teachers, parents and Conservative Party

Jess Phillips targets handset manufacturers after introduction of age verification rules to access adult websites

Legal and legislative pressure is mounting to safeguard young people

Move follows pressure from government on smartphone makers to do more to protect children online

Some companies are asking staff to lock devices in pouches to remove distractions and protect data

Banning addictive apps for children is not about restricting free speech, but defending free will

Times, taxes and ideas about parenting are changing