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Advice for host families.pdf

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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?
We urge the government to ensure families receive the five health visiting checks they’re entitled to

16 May 2022 / News

19% of babies in 2021 didn’t receive their 12-month health visitor review by the time they were 15-months-old, according to our new analysis of latest Public Health England data.
Our flagship conference shines a spotlight on peer-on-peer sexual abuse as reports increase significantly

11 May 2022 / News

Reports to our Helpline about young people experiencing harmful sexual behaviour (HSB) increased significantly last year after an unheard-of number spoke out publicly about abuse in and around schools.
Keeping children safe from online sexual abuse

3 May 2022 / News

Advice and guidance for parents who are worried about their child being groomed.
Assembly plan.pdf

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Half a million children suffer abuse in the UK every year

21 April 2022 / News

New data and research released today paints a worrying picture of the abuse and neglect faced by children. Support children and help us end child abuse by getting involved in Childhood Day 2022.
Is TikTok safe?

20 April 2022 / News

Information and advice on the latest TikTok safety settings and parental controls.
Childhood Day volunteer guide.pdf

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266 NSPCC_Brighton race day guide_10K FINAL.pdf

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266 NSPCC_Brighton race day guide_marathon FINAL.pdf

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NSPCC Cardiff Half Marathon 2022 race day guide.pdf

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Majority believe it's unacceptable to physically punish a child

21 March 2022 / News

New research shows over two-thirds (68%) think physically disciplining a child, for example by smacking, isn't acceptable.
Backlog of child sexual abuse cases rises by 70% during Covid

11 March 2022 / News

The backlog of child sexual abuse cases increased significantly during the pandemic, leaving thousands of young people waiting for a court date and unable to access therapeutic support.
We All Feel It campaign tackles boys’ mental health and suicide

1 March 2022 / News

Childline launches a campaign to support young people experiencing mental health issues and suicidal feelings
Is Roblox safe for my child?

24 February 2022 / News

Six tips to help you decide if Roblox is suitable for your child and what settings you should use.
Cardiff Half Marathon 2022 race day guide.pdf

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Child cruelty crimes surge by more than a fifth - we urgently need government action

10 February 2022 / News

We’re urging the government to strengthen the child protection system and significantly reduce child cruelty crimes.
Child sexual abuse prosecutions and convictions roughly halve in 4 years

19 January 2022 / News

Our latest research finds child sexual abuse (CSA) prosecutions and convictions are falling and young people are facing increasingly long and distressing court delays.
What are app age ratings?

14 January 2022 / News

How old do you have to be to use apps and games such as Instagram, TikTok and Roblox? Concerned about your child using age-inappropriate apps? We have advice to help.