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Record numbers of children and young people affected by domestic abuse

1 February 2022 / News

Domestic abuse can have a long lasting impact on children and young people. The NSPCC calls for better and more local recovery services.
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!
NSPCC Helpline

You can contact the NSPCC Helpline by calling 0808 800 5000, emailing [email protected] or completing our report abuse online form.
Child cruelty offences jump by 25% in a single year

10 June 2022 / News

NSPCC can today reveal child cruelty and neglect offences increased by a quarter last year as the country emerged from the pandemic.
Free online safety virtual workshop

Watch our free online safety virtual workshop for parents and carers.
Selling explicit and nude images online

Understanding the risks of young people being offered money for nude or explicit images.
Prime Minister urged to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls

27 April 2023 / News

Rishi Sunak urged to back online Violence Against Women and Girls Code of Practice for big tech firms.
UK public backs strengthening Online Safety Bill to give children a voice in online safety regulation

10 May 2023 / News

An amendment that would create a dedicated child online safety advocate is due to be debated by Lords next week
Support & advice for parents

Explore expert support and advice for every parenting challenge. Whether in calm or chaos, we guide parents and carers through the ups and downs.
Online child grooming offences pass 10,000

29 May 2020 / News

We are urging the Prime Minister to get social media regulation done as online child grooming offences pass 10,000
Child abuse could go unreported during lockdown despite increased risks

14 May 2020 / News

New survey reveals over a quarter of adults are unsure where to go for help during the coronavirus crisis. Anyone worried about a child should contact the NSPCC Helpline.
If a report's been made about you

Find out what happens when someone makes a report to our helpline and how you can access information held about you.
Public backs action to prevent child abuse in private messaging

5 July 2023 / News

New YouGov polling has found overwhelming public support for measures to protect children from abuse in private messaging.
Online wellbeing for children with SEND

Advice and support for discussing online wellbeing for parents and carers of children with SEND.
Majority of public want tougher Online Safety Bill that holds tech bosses responsible for child safety

5 January 2023 / News

As the Online Safety Bill returns to parliament this month, polling shows overwhelming public support for tougher measures to enforce children’s safety online.
The Online Safety Bill has been passed in "a momentous day for children"

19 September 2023 / News

After years of campaigning, the Online Safety Bill will soon be made a law, and will help protect children from online abuse
Healthy relationships

Advice for parents and carers on how to talk to your children about relationships, sex and consent.
Ten-year strategy 2021-31

Over the last 5 years we've made 6.3 million children safer - read more about the NSPCC's impact.
How to help your child deal with online content about the war between Russia and Ukraine

21 March 2022 / News

With lots of online content about Russia and Ukraine, your child may be confused and worried about what is happening. Here are tips to help you manage what they are seeing online.
NSPCC's work in Northern Ireland

We’re working to prevent child abuse in Northern Ireland. You can help us be there to support every child that needs us.