Education Minister Barbara Nowacka drafts phone bans and dress codes, but bill approved before teacher-student consultations.
Minister’s Rapid Progress on Regulations
Barbara Nowacka, head of the Ministry of Education, continues accelerating work on legislation prohibiting students’ phone use during lessons, alongside rules governing their rights, duties, and school attire.
Planned Consultations Undermined
The education ministry has consistently stressed its intent to discuss proposed changes with teachers and students. However, a 21-question survey recently dispatched to schools seeks input on solutions already enacted in a draft bill.
Preemptive Approval Raises Concerns
The draft bill implementing the solutions—currently being polled among youth and teachers—was approved by the Committee of Ministers’ Standing Council on January 22, 2026, prior to the consultation process.
