24 November 2025 | A multi-disciplinary session was convened in UK Parliament to present evidence on governance, safety, developmental, wellbeing and educational impact of digital technologies in schools. Hosted by Shadow Secretary of State for Education Laura Trott MP and introduced by campaigner Sophie Winkleman, with the support of Close Screens Open Minds and SafeScreens , the event brought together researchers, clinicians, educators, legal experts, technologists, and pa

Digital technologies and AI-infused products are now embedded across childhood — from early learning to everyday activities. While these tools offer many potential opportunities, there is also growing evidence of negative impacts on children’s health, development and well-being. Schools are adopting educational technologies and generative AI at pace, often without clarity on safety or long-term consequences. At the same time, families, educators and policymakers are strugglin

At a time when digital technologies, artificial intelligence (AI) and educational technologies (EdTech) are permeating young lives at an unprecedented pace, a new cross-European consultation event is taking place that demands our full attention. This November, 20, 2025, from 14:00-15:30 GMT, stakeholders across Europe are gathering for the event “ Health implications of EdTech + AI on children: a cross-European consultation ” organised by EDDS Institute in collaboration with

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