Core Points - Sweden will implement a nationwide ban on mobile phones in schools starting from the autumn term of 2026, requiring schools and after-school clubs to collect and store phones of students aged 7 to 16 until the end of the school day [1][2] - The Swedish government aims to improve campus safety and learning conditions through this ban, creating a more focused environment for youth [1] - A budget of 95 million Swedish Krona (approximately 7.3 million USD) will be allocated for the implementation of the ban, with an additional 100 million Krona planned for the following year [1] Education Reform Measures - The mobile phone ban is part of a broader educational reform package announced by the Swedish government, which includes curriculum optimization, grading system adjustments, and teacher professional training [1] - The reform is described as the largest educational reform plan in Sweden in over 30 years, with strong support from political leaders [1] Enforcement and Context - Many schools in Sweden have already implemented measures to confiscate phones during class, but students have found ways to circumvent these rules, leading to ineffective enforcement [2] - Other European countries are also taking steps to regulate youth mobile phone and social media usage, with Denmark, Norway, and France introducing similar restrictions [2]