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Should smartphones be banned until you’re 16?

The issue of the use of smartphones by kids is back in the headlines, because the Department of E...

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16.31 13 Jun 2025


Should smartphones be banned until you’re 16?


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16.31 13 Jun 2025


The issue of the use of smartphones by kids is back in the headlines, because the Department of Education has, from today, instructed primary schools to implement policies banning the use of phones…

But, should we be delaying giving smartphones to older kids, up to the age of 16?

Joining Kieran to discuss is Mary Lovegrove who has spearheaded the ‘Smartphone Free Childhood Ireland’ campaign and Fianna Fáil Education Spokesperson, Ryan O’Meara...


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