FOI Request - Ban on Mobile Phones in Schools

Request 101003769731

1.  The number of schools (primary and high schools) in the local authority.

2.  The number of schools (primary and high schools) in the local authority that have banned the use of mobile phones for pupils.

Response 08-05-2025

1. Primary - 44; Secondary - 8
2. NIL.  Currently, pupils are permitted to take mobiles to school but they must be switched off during class times.