Phone masts near schools ‘may damage’ pupils’ health

A PRIMARY teachers’ union boss has called for a Government ban on phone masts near schools to protect children from the possible health risks.

Denis Bohane, president of the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO) said there is strong international evidence of health risks associated with exposure to electric and magnetic fields and electromagnetic radiation.

“Recent studies show that people within 300 metres of mobile phone base stations suffer fatigue, headaches, concentration difficulties, depression, memory loss, visual and hearing disruptions, irritability, skin problems and dizziness,” he said.