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The Online Safety Bill has been passed!

We've done it! Thank you for all your support, you've helped create a safer online world for children
Want to talk about it? Making space for conversations about life online

3 February 2023 / News

Safer Internet Day 2023.
NSPCC Northern Ireland response to Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety Getting the Structures Right consultation on reform and transformation of the Health and Social Care system

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Our submission in response to DHSSPC Getting the Structures Right consultation on reform and transformation of the Health and Social Care system in February 2016.
Child sexual abuse survivors urge tech companies to act now to make their products safe for children

18 September 2023 / News

Calls for tech companies to play their part comes amidst global efforts for online safety regulations to protect children from abuse.
Rise in child sexual abuse image offences

1 March 2024 / News

There was a 25% increase in child abuse image offences recorded by UK police in 2022/23, compared to the previous year. We're urging tech companies and Ofcom to do more to keep children safe.
Online abuse

We’ve got advice and support for you and your child to help keep children safe online.
Over 75% of people believe children are at significant risk of sexual abuse when using VR technology

5 September 2023 / News

Our new research shows that children are at risk of experiencing sexual abuse and exploitation when using immersive technology such as VR headsets.
Use Parental Controls to Keep Your Child Safe

If you’re worried about what your child’s searching for or seeing online, we can help you to set up parental controls and keep them safe.
Christmas gifts for children

15 December 2021 / News

If you're gifting an internet connected device as a present - like a game console or tablet or mobile - it’s important to help keep your child safe while using them. We have advice to help!
The difference we make

We've been here for children for over 100 years. From our campaigns to our services – we strive to make a difference in everything we do. Here’s what we’ve achieved with your help.
NSPCC Northern Ireland response to Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety consultation on Co-operating to Safeguard Children and Young people in Northern Ireland

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Our submission in response to DHSSPC consultation on Co-operating to Safeguard Children and Young people in Northern Ireland in September 2015.
What is the Metaverse?

23 May 2022 / News

The metaverse is tipped to be the next big development in digital technology. But what is it and what risks does it pose to children and young people?
The influencers of influencers

15 May 2023 / News

What you need to know about online influencers
Positively online: top tips for online wellbeing

Discover our six top tips to support your child's online wellbeing and take our family quiz.
Remove nude images shared online

Information for parents and carers about Childline and IWF's Report Remove, a tool to help young people report unwanted images online.
Inappropriate content on social media

21 July 2022 / News

Online safety advice to help you manage what your child sees on social media.
What are loot boxes?

27 June 2022 / News

This article discusses the risks of gambling in online gaming.
Police record over 10,000 online child sex crimes in a year for the first time

3 September 2020 / News

We are calling on the government to make Online Harms legislation a priority this autumn.
Keeping children safe from online sexual abuse

3 May 2022 / News

Advice and guidance for parents who are worried about their child being groomed.
Online wellbeing for children with SEND

We partnered with Ambitious about Autism to bring online wellbeing tips, specifically for parents and carers of children with SEND. Try the suggested tips and see which work for your family.