The UK government's proposed legal ban on smartphones in schools, outlined in the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill, has sparked calls for clearer implementation guidelines from headteachers and campaigners. The amendment aims to establish schools as 'mobile phone-free environments by default.' Shadow Education Secretary Laura Trott supports the ban but questions the effectiveness of a 'not seen, not heard' policy, suggesting it may not adequately address the issue of distractions. Rob McGinty, headteacher at Hollingworth Academy in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, advocates for a complete removal of smartphones, stressing the need for detailed guidelines to support teachers and schools. The bill is currently in parliamentary 'ping-pong,' with limited time for final approval. Campaigners like Charlotte Ashton argue that current policies are ineffective, advocating for a shift towards allowing only basic 'brick' phones. Concerns about the logistical challenges of enforcing a full ban are also raised, with calls for government funding to support schools in implementing effective storage solutions. Students express mixed feelings, recognizing the utility of phones for communication while acknowledging their potential for distraction during lessons.