Anna Holligan

Anna Holligan is a BBC reporter based in Amsterdam. She is currently newsworthy for her reporting on the impact of the smartphone ban in Dutch schools. Two years ago, the Netherlands implemented a ban on smartphones, smartwatches, and tablets in schools to reduce distractions and improve student concentration and academic performance. Holligan's recent articles, published in both English and Spanish, explore the effects of this ban. Her reporting includes interviews with teachers, such as Ida Peters, who have observed tangible improvements in student behavior since the ban was implemented. Holligan's work is significant as it provides insight into the effectiveness of policies aimed at addressing the challenges posed by technology in educational settings, a topic of global interest and debate.