UK lawmakers are considering a new bill that proposes banning smartphones in schools and raising the age at which children can consent to social media companies using their data. The move aims to address concerns about smartphone use and its impact on mental health, but experts warn that bans may not be a catch-all solution. Research suggests that preventing access to phones can improve concentration, but more study is needed to understand the broader effects of such restrictions.

Source: https://www.wired.com/story/uk-considers-new-smartphone-bans-for-children/