Staying Safe Online

The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has impacted everyone’s daily lives. More people are working from home, looking after children and spending time online. Find out how to stay safe online.
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Information in this article is taken from the Government, NSPCC and Mencap. 

Coronavirus (COVID-19) - staying safe online

Now more than ever, it is important for everyone to know how to stay connected, stay safe online, check the facts and remember to take a break.

The Government shares up to date information on how stay safe online when socialising, working from home, when young people are home schooling and much more. 

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Children & young people - online safety

It can be hard to know how to talk to your child about online safety. From setting up parental controls to advice on sexting, online games and video apps, NSPCC can help you to understand the risks and keep your child safe.

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Staying safe online - accessible information

Mencap share a list of easyread material:

Childline share a resource section specifically aimed at families with a young person who is deaf or has slight hearing loss here