Reform UK Debate - Use of mobile phones in classrooms

NDM9342 Llŷr Powell (Blaenau Gwent Caerffili Rhymni)

To propose that the Senedd:

1. Calls on the Welsh Government to introduce statutory legislation requiring mobile phones to be banned in classrooms, except where medically or educationally necessary.

The following amendment was tabled:

Amendment 1 Heledd Fychan (Pontypridd Cynon Merthyr)

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To propose that the Senedd:

1. Welcomes the Welsh Government's decision to consult on statutory guidance on restricting the use of mobile phones in schools and recognises the importance of considering the fullest range of stakeholder views before making a final decision on the guidance.

2. Supports the Welsh Government's approach of setting clear national expectations on restricting mobile phone use while enabling schools to implement policies that reflect their local circumstances and the needs of individual learners, including where use is medically or educationally necessary.