38 h. ago East Kilbride MP launches campaign for 'complete ban' of smartphones in schools

The MP is urging the Scottish Government to implement a complete bad on phones in schools and wants the UK Government to toughen laws to protect children.

Politics

6 d. ago Keir Starmer says a mandatory ban on phones in schools is 'completely unnecessary' in fiery PMQs clash over Labour block on law change

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch took aim after Labour blocked a proposal to bar the use of smartphones in educational settings.

Politics

1 week ago Education secretary to review guidance on smartphones in schools amid calls for outright ban

Bridget Phillipson commissions probe into smartphones after pressure from MPs to go further to tackle harmful effects of social media

Culture

2 w. ago New Lanarkshire Slimming World group sheds whopping 28 stones in six weeks

Former slimmer Hazel Milligan launched her own group at the end of January in East Kilbride Village and has achieved massive success.

Politics

2 w. ago Smartphones and social media are 'being weaponised' against schools and teachers, union leader warns

Manny Botwe (pictured), president of the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL), will say technology has a 'darker side' and leaves a 'trail of harm'.

Events

3 w. ago No nationwide smartphone ban in Welsh schools, report recommends

The Welsh Government is being urged to produce clear guidance and a robust framework to allow teachers to set their own rules.

Politics

3 w. ago Labour accused of 'capitulating' to tech giants and 'betraying our children' after plans to ban smartphones in schools are scrapped

Proposed legislation, known as the Safer Phones Bill, has been introduced to Parliament by Labour backbencher Josh McAlister.

Politics

3 w. ago Dead dog found 'dumped' in East Kilbride layby as SSPCA launch appeal

WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGE. The SSPCA believe the tragic blue Sharpei looked like she had been dumped.

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