THE headteacher of an Accrington school has thanked parents for supporting the new ban on mobile phones.

St Christopher’s CE High School introduced the ban at the start of term for the first time.

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In a letter to parents, headmaster Richard Jones said: “Thank you for supporting our ban on mobile phones.

“I am delighted with the way in which pupils have responded in such a mature way to this change and it is heartening to see young people engaging with each other in face-to-face conversation rather than looking at a phone screen or listening to music.

“The number of issues and incidents relating to mobile technology has also reduced dramatically, allowing staff more time to concentrate on teaching.”