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child-safeguarding
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UK Government Introduces Legal Ban on Mobile Phones in England Schools
The UK government is amending legislation to legally require schools in England to restrict mobile phone use, shifting from advisory guidance to enforceable rules. This aims to reduce distractions and improve learning environments, with schools mandated to enforce policies during…
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Inquest Finds Gaps in Suicide Prevention Training Before Matilda Davis's Death
Matilda Davis, a mother of two, took her own life on 3 October 2025 following a safeguarding visit prompted by concerns from her estranged husband. The inquest revealed that social workers did not directly ask about suicidal ideation or signpost her to crisis services. Warwickshi…