France begins banning cell phones in high schools

France begins banning cell phones in high schools

25.08.2026 09:21

French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the law banning the use of mobile phones in high schools has entered into force to protect children from the negative effects of screens. The measure, which will be effective starting from the new academic year, aims to restore peace in the learning environment.

French President Emmanuel Macron announced that mobile phones will be banned in high schools starting from the new academic year.

In a statement made on his social media account, French President Emmanuel Macron noted that they 'cannot wait any longer' to protect children from the negative effects of screens, and announced that the law regarding the ban on mobile phones in high schools has come into effect.

THE LAW WILL BE VALID FROM SEPTEMBER 1

Macron stated that the law will restore peace in the learning environment, and expressed that the law will be valid from the new academic period starting on September 1.

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