Dutch government to ban smartphones from schools
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- The Dutch government plans to ban smartphones from schools during lessons and breaks, effective January 1, 2027, to protect children from distractions.
- The ban, part of a broader online safety strategy, includes encouraging schools to implement the 'At Home or in the Vault' policy, with many already doing so.
- The government supports a European minimum age for social media and demands tech companies prove their services are safe for children.
- The EU Kids Act proposal is welcomed, advocating for strict safety requirements and banning addictive designs in digital services.
- Aerdts emphasizes that children face risks online like addictive algorithms, unwanted contact, and harmful content, necessitating a safe digital environment.