Types of abuse

If you're worried about a child, it can be hard to know what to do. We've got information and advice on different types of child abuse, how to spot the signs and what you can do to help keep children safe.

Latest news on child abuse and neglect

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Listen Up, Speak Up campaign provides training to spot and report abuse

Today we’re launching a campaign to give adults practical advice on what to do if they’re concerned about a child.
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Majority of public want tougher Online Safety Bill that holds tech bosses responsible for child safety

As the Online Safety Bill returns to parliament this month, polling shows overwhelming public support for tougher measures to enforce children’s safety online.
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We’re calling on the Prime Minister to take action on child sexual abuse following final IICSA report

We’ve brought together Leaders from more than 30 agencies and organisations to call on the Prime Minister and the Home Secretary to turn the findings and recommendations of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) into a national mission to prevent child sexual abuse.
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Keeping children safe

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Let's talk PANTS

With the help of our friendly dinosaur Pantosaurus, Talk PANTS is a simple conversation to help keep your child safe from sexual abuse.
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Listen up, Speak up

It’s up to all of us to keep children safe. Take our free, 10-minute training and learn what to do if you’re ever worried about a child.
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Do you work or volunteer with children or families?

Visit NSPCC Learning to find information, resources and training to help you respond to child abuse and neglect.

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