Gazette readers back call for an end to use of isolation booths in schools

Published 18th Jan 2020, 20:13 BST

Updated 19th Jan 2020, 12:41 BST

Gazette readers have backed a call for a ban on the use of so-called "isolation booths" for disruptive students in UK schools

Gazette readers have backed a call to end the use of so-called ‘isolation booths’ in schools.

With concern growing that an increasing use of the booths for disruptive students could have serious effects on young people's mental health, we asked if their use should be stopped.

Almost 600 people voted, with 52% saying yes and 48% no.

Comments on our Facebook page reflected the divide in opinion.