St. Cronan's Boys National School In Bray Bans Smartphones

Thursday, 29 August 2019 14:35

By Hugh O'Farrell Walsh

The decision comes after more than 91 per cent of parents voted in favour of the idea in June.

With pupils returning after the summer holidays, basic mobile phones for calls and texts are still allowed.

More from East Coast FM Wicklow News

Wicklow Eco Trail Festival Receives Massive Shot In The Arm

The Wicklow Eco Trail Festival has been awarded €90,000 in funding under Fáilte Ireland’s new Strategic Festival Tourism Portfolio. The initiative allocates €3.9m to 38 festivals nationwide, aiming to promote authentic, off-season tourism, strengthen local businesses, and support Ireland’s 210,000 tourism jobs.
Calling on Wicklow to ‘Gift a Book’ and change a child’s life this Christmas

The national charity is partnering with community groups and charities in Wicklow.
Study Reveals Wicklow Is Struggling With EV Charging Infrastructure

Wicklow ranks among Ireland’s counties with limited EV charging infrastructure, highlighting the need for expanded support as electric vehicle adoption grows.
Wicklow In Top Five Counties For Hardest Workers In National Index

Wicklow has been ranked the 4th hardest-working county in Ireland, with new research highlighting its long commutes, strong employment levels, and exceptional workforce dedication.
Status Orange Alert: Wind, Flooding and Hazardous Travelling Conditions Expected in Wicklow

Do not make unnecessary journeys!