Flossie McShea, 17, and Katie Moore, 43, are leading a legal action for a ban on smartphones in schools after the Government deemed such a prohibition unnecessary.
- Flossie McShea and Katie Moore have joined a claim for judicial review against the Department for Educations refusal to ban smartphones in schools.
- The initiative follows a survey by the Childrens Commissioner revealing that eight in ten secondary schools permit smartphone use, contradicting the Governments stance.
- This movement was initially launched by two fathers earlier this year, emphasizing concerns over issues like pornography and masturbation accessed through smartphones.
Why It Matters
The case reflects growing concerns about smartphone usage among teenagers in educational settings, highlighting potential risks such as exposure to pornography and distractions in learning environments. It signals a critical dialogue about technologys role in education and child health.