Athens, Sep 17 (V7N)-  In an effort to curb cyberbullying and enhance focus in the classroom, the Greek government has introduced strict new regulations banning the use of mobile phones in schools. The announcement was made following a meeting between Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Education Minister Kyriakos Pierkakis, as reported by Greece City News.

Under the new rules, which come into effect today, students will be prohibited from using their mobile phones during school hours. While students may still bring their phones to school, they must remain in their bags throughout the day. Any student found using a mobile phone will face a one-day suspension for a first offence. If the rule is violated a second time, the student's class teacher will take further disciplinary action.

Additionally, the new regulations include a ban on audio and video recording of lessons, as well as taking photographs of students or teachers without full consent. These measures aim to protect students’ privacy and prevent the misuse of mobile devices in classrooms.

Prime Minister Mitsotakis stated, "We do not expect this rule to be 100% effective from the very first day, but we hope it will raise awareness among students and parents, encouraging them to focus more on lessons and less on distractions."

Education Minister Kyriakos Pierkakis also highlighted the importance of the new policy, which was introduced after reports of rising cyberbullying incidents in Greek schools. "Our goal is to create a safer and more focused learning environment for all students," he said.

The Greek government hopes these measures will help address the growing concerns of online harassment and improve the quality of education by minimizing digital distractions in schools.

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