Mobile phones banned at WA public schools

Students at public schools in Western Australia will not be allowed to use mobile phones, smart watches, ear buds and tablets during school hours from 2020.

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Mobile phone use will be banned during school hours at West Australian public schools from next year, with the state government saying it will reduce distraction from studies and encourage face-to-face social interaction.

Students will also be prohibited from using smart watches, ear buds, headphones and tablets during class.

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