Mobile phones1 day agoFirst mobile-free school launches in townHead teacher Peter Lynch said "every buzz" of a mobile phone can pose a distraction for students.1 day ago3 days agoSchool where girl was stabbed to use metal detectorsThe Broad Horizons Education Trust says the handheld wands will identify any "prohibited items".3 days ago3 days agoWhat to do if your phone gets stolenRip Off Britain looks at what you should do if your phone gets stolen.3 days ago4 days agoSchools and parents react to phone ban planThe government says it will introduce a legal ban on smartphones in schools across England.4 days ago5 days agoPhones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plansEducation minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".5 days ago14 Apr 2026How much time do you spend on your phone?Does spending more time on our phones mean we risk losing touch with reality?14 Apr 202614 Apr 2026Arrests as e-bikes, phones and machetes seizedExtra police were deployed to north-west London in week-long crackdown which led to over 40 arrests.14 Apr 202614 Apr 2026Why one school has banned phones for some pupils - but not othersSchools across Wales say phone bans improve behaviour but can mean conflict with pupils and parents. 14 Apr 202614 Apr 2026School gets £4,500 for lockable mobile phone casesThe money will part-fund signal-blocking pouches for about 900 pupils aged 11 to 16.14 Apr 2026...