Some people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places like libraries, shops and on public transport. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Whether mobile phones should be banned in public places like libraries, shops and on public transport give rise to controversy. Some people claim that phones are multi-functional as recording devices or cameras and can be used while others adhere to that it could cause problems in public places. In my view, this tendency has both positive and negative effects.

On one hand, there are several benefits of using mobile phones. Firstly, phones can be useful in case of emergencies, for instance accidents in public places, thus avoiding worse outcomes. Secondly, phones can provide entertainment when travelling on tedious journeys, particularly on public transport. Besides, mobile phones do not need to be intrusive as they can easily be turned to silent or vibrate so it does not affect others. Also, they are useful for family members to get in touch with each other whenever they are.

On the other hand, using phones in public places can cause troubles. Firstly, phones can disturb others when they are concentrating, for example in the library. Nextly, the signal can cause problems in some public places, such as hospitals, by interfering with delicate instruments or equipment. Furthermore, they are antisocial as people are too busy sending messages to talk to the people in front of them, for example in a shop when they are being served. Besides, In some public places, music halls or galleries, phones can annoy and ruin the experience for others.

In conclusion, mobile phones should be banned in places where they interfere with equipment, interrupt a service or break rules, such as in a library, but in all other public places they should be allowed as long as they are used with respect to others.