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French Government Enforces Mobile Phone Ban in High Schools Starting This September

France will enforce a mobile phone ban in high schools from the 2026 school year, as confirmed by government officials.

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  • • A new law banning mobile phones in French high schools will be effective from the 2026 school year.
  • • President Emmanuel Macron is set to promulgate the legislation next week.
  • • The announcement was made by government spokesperson Maud Bregeon on August 24.
  • • The ban aims to reduce distractions and improve the educational environment in schools.

The French government has announced a new law that will ban mobile phones in high schools, effective from the start of the upcoming school year. Spokesperson Maud Bregeon confirmed on August 24, 2026, that President Emmanuel Macron will promulgate this legislation just as students are set to return to class next week. This measure aims to improve the learning environment by reducing distractions caused by mobile devices. The announcement reflects the government's commitment to educational reform and student welfare, marking an important shift in school policy nationwide. The ban will soon be enforced across all high schools in France, affecting millions of students and educators alike.

This article was translated and synthesized from French sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.

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