Recent Articles in Safety

Safer Internet Day 2018
Feb 6, 2018

Safer Internet Day is celebrated globally in February each year to promote the safe and positive use of digital technology for children and young people and inspire a national conversation and is coordinated in the UK by the UK Safer Internet Centre.

Keep Your Kids Safe Online
May 16, 2017

Research conducted by the NSPCC reveals that less than a fifth of parents are having frequent chats with their children about online safety. The figures are being released to coincide with the launch of the NSPCC’s Share Aware campaign.

Internet Safety Sessions for Parents
Apr 25, 2017

Internet Matters joins forces with Dixons Carphone to launch "Digital Drop-ins" for parents at Currys PC World and Carphone Warehouse stores across the country. Stores are giving practical advice to parents and guardians on child internet safety 
and help them set up devices safely until 28 April. 

Firework First Aid
Nov 5, 2016

Leading first aid charity St John Ambulance is urging everyone to learn basic first aid skills ahead of Bonfire Night as shocking statistics reveal a third of parents and grandparents have witnessed an injury during bonfire night celebrations* and 4,506 people visited A&E from 2014-2015 for treatment of a firework-related injury. Here is their advice for common injuries.

Beach Shelters from LittleLife
Aug 9, 2016

With the summer holidays here, family-travel expert, LittleLife, is advising families to be sun-smart in the warmer weather. Having softer and more vulnerable skin than adults, children are particularly at risk from sunburn. However the LittleLife Beach Shelter offers protection and the UPF 50+ rated fabric creates a cool and shady area where the whole family can escape from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Anne Coates put one a family sized Beach Shelter to the test with the help of Harriet and friends.

NSPCC launches new film in PANTS campaign
Jul 29, 2016

The NSPCC has teamed-up with Aardman to produce a new film as part of its PANTS campaign, which has already helped over 400,000 parents talk to their children about sexual abuse since it launched three years ago.

Child abuse – spot the signs
Apr 12, 2016

The Department for Education has put together some tips and information so that we can all play our part in tackling child abuse. 

Keeping your Child Internet-safe
Feb 9, 2016

On Safer Internet Day Stuart Miles, Tech Expert and Editor of Pocket-Lint, the largest independent gadget news and reviews site in the UK, advises parents on how to minimise the dangers when children are using technology as part of the LeapFrog Online Safety Guide.

Electrical Safety at Christmas
Dec 7, 2015

Faulty electrics in the home account for 20,000 house fires each year, causing upwards of 70 fatalities. Research by NICEIC and ELECSA reveals that three quarters of Brits are leaving their homes at risk of electrical fault and potential fire at Christmas. Check out their five tot tips for electrical safety.

Are Your Children Internet Safe?
Jul 3, 2015

According to recent research carried out by AVG Technologies, parents are disregarding online hazards faced by their children and are failing to educate them on internet dangers. However there is plenty of excellent advice available from CEOPs.

NSPCC's Underwear Rule – keeping children safe from abuse
Jun 5, 2015

To coincide with Foster Care Fortnight and following consultation with foster carers in England and Northern Ireland, a bespoke update to the NSPCC’s successful Underwear Rule guidance, aimed at parents of five to 11 year olds, will allow foster carers to have simple conversations with their children about keeping safe from abuse. If you haven't seen this before all parents should check it out now.

Safer Internet Day 2015
Feb 10, 2015

Coordinated in the UK by the UK Safer Internet Centre the celebration sees hundreds of organisations get involved to help promote the safe, responsible and positive use of digital technology for children and young people. Kaspersky Lab's recent research shows that primary school aged children are at increased risk of cyberbullying as no one is discussing the issues with them.