SUMMARY / ANGLE
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As organisers rethink how to bring people back to nightlife and live events, phone-free formats are increasingly being introduced into regular events scheduling. While still relatively new in the UK, early adopters are already reporting clearer benefits around atmosphere, audience behaviour and social connection.
Drawing on established practices in cities such as Berlin, UK organisers are now looking ahead to 2026 as the point where phone-free environments become a more familiar and intentional part of event design. Lockabl, a UK specialist in phone-free event solutions, explains why interest is growing, what organisers are already seeing in practice and how the right tools are helping phone-free nights run smoothly without confrontation or added liability.
EXPERT COMMENTARY (quotable)
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“What we’re seeing now is organisers moving from...