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Written Question · S7W-01240 · Session 7

Regarding its planned consultation on the use of smartphones in schools, (a) when it will be launched, (b) how long it will run for, and (c…

Answered Asked by Michael Marra Lab Lodged 22 Jun 2026

The question

To ask the Scottish Government, regarding its planned consultation on the use of smartphones in schools, (a) when it will be launched, (b) how long it will run for, and (c) when it will publish its response and any resulting guidance.

The answer

Answered by Mairi McAllan on 10 Jul 2026 · 18 days after it was lodged, on time

As I set out in my statement to Parliament on 2 June, we will launch our consultation on a legislative approach to restrictions on mobile phones in schools within the first 100 days of this government.In line with Scottish Government consultation guidelines, the consultation will run for a minimum of 12 weeks. The Scottish Government will publish an analysis of responses thereafter.

In the Official Report

No contribution in the Official Report cites S7W-01240 by reference.