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Bexley's Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed the role of school leaders in implementing a mobile phone ban for pupils by September 2026.
Bexley's Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed the implementation of a mobile phone ban for pupils in Bexley schools on June 30, 2026. School leaders are expected to be involved in developing consistent approaches for the ban, which is set to be in place by September 2026 to reduce distractions and promote social interaction.
During the committee's discussion, initiated by Councillor Abi Johnson, clarity was sought on the practicalities of the ban and how safety concerns, including those related to emergencies, would be addressed. It was clarified that the ban will specifically target smartphones, rather than a complete prohibition of all mobile devices.
Key facts
- Bexley schools are set to implement a ban on mobile phones for pupils by September 2026. Source
- Bexley's Children's Services and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed the ban on June 30, 2026. Source
- The ban will specifically target smartphones, not all mobile devices. Source
- Councillor Abi Johnson initiated the discussion at the committee meeting. Source
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