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Child abuse image crimes in the UK have risen - we urgently need a stronger Online Safety Bill

3 December 2021 / News

Our latest research has found more than 100,000 child abuse image crimes were recorded by UK police forces over the last five years.

Child Sexual Exploitation & How to Keep Your Child Safe

If you're worried about sexual exploitation, we have information and advice to protect and help children and young people.

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.

Sexual abuse

If you're worried about sexual abuse, or signs of possible sexual abuse, we have information and advice to help you.

Child sexual abuse crimes reach record levels

15 April 2022 / News

New analysis shows online child sexual abuse crimes have increased since the government promised to bring in new laws to protect children on social media.

New partnership as young people contact Childline about AI related sexual abuse, bullying and misinformation

25 January 2024 / News

We have joined forces with Common Sense Media to help keep children safe online and improve the global understanding of the impact of generative AI on children.

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

Safe & Happy Sibling Bedroom Sharing: Tips

Dive into our guidance on siblings sharing bedrooms: Discover key safety tips, legal insights, and how to keep a peaceful, secure space for children.

Childline launches loneliness campaign Day in the Lonely

28 February 2023 / News

Childline's Day in the Lonely campaign will encourage children to share their feelings and turn to Childline's services for support, including email and 121 counsellor chat.

Poll shows widescale public support for stronger laws to protect children from online abuse

12 March 2021 / News

Our new poll shows overwhelming public support for more online safety and protection for children.

Is YouTube safe?

8 August 2022 / News

An overview of the safety features and parental controls to help keep your child safe on YouTube.

Estimated 90 cybercrimes recorded a day against children

14 January 2020 / News

We estimate more than 25,300 child abuse image and sexual grooming offences have been recorded by the police since the Online Harms White Paper was published just over 9 months ago.

Virtual Reality Headsets

Understand the risks and get advice to help children use headsets safely.

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.

82% rise in online grooming crimes against children in the last 5 years

15 August 2023 / News

We are urging MPs and tech companies to back the Online Safety Bill following new research on the scale of online grooming.

Online child abuse crimes have doubled in recent years and more must be done to protect children online

15 September 2021 / News

While online abuse crimes have doubled over the last four years, new Government plans to regulate social media through the Online Safety Bill fall significantly short of tackling this issue.

NSPCC Helpline

You can contact the NSPCC Helpline by calling 0808 800 5000, emailing [email protected] or completing our report abuse online form.

Female Genital Mutilation - Prevent & Protect

Female genital mutilation is illegal. We've got advice to help you keep children and young people safe.

106% increase in child cruelty and neglect offences in England in the past 5 years

7 December 2023 / News

Our analysis has revealed that recorded offences of adults neglecting, mistreating, or assaulting children have doubled over the last 5 years.