NSPCC

Huge changes are coming to WhatsApp messenger app

WhatsApp now allows users to hide intimate chats - how it works

The number of extreme sexual abuse content towards children online has doubled since 2020

How to keep children safe online amidst growing online sexual abuse

Edinburgh Castle lit up green for NSPCC.

10 pictures as Scotland's landmarks lit up in green in support on NSPCC

FIFA World Cup 2022: Children at greater risk of domestic abuse

The Pantosaurus, NSPCC's mascot, has been turned into a book to help prevent children from experience sexual abuse.

Charity launches new 'Pantosaurus' book to protect children from sexual abuse

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Return to school may be ‘traumatic’ for some children

Scottish Labour have warned of the 'severe' impact on mental health for pupils ahead of results day

Exam results' impact on pupil mental health 'severe', warn Labour

Childline has given more than 300 sessions to children about gender identity and sexuality.

More than 10% increase in children worried about coming out, says Childline

The tool originally was piloted early last year (Photo: Shutterstock)

Young people can report and remove nude images of themselves online using new to...

TV duo Ant and Dec are hosting the programme to help children learn about their right to be safe from abuse and neglect (Photo: NSPCC).

Scottish schools encouraged to sign up to NSPCC Ant and Dec assembly

Childline volunteers drop by 40%.

Childline volunteers drop by 40%

The NSPCC has called for more volunteers.

Concern over 'devastating' impact of pandemic as Childline recruits volunteers

Join Leona Lewis at a virtual concert in aid of Childline

Calls to NSPCC Cymru have "surged" during the coronavirus lockdown (Shutterstock)

Calls to child abuse helpline have 'soared' during coronavirus lockdown - these ...

Crimestoppers Scotland are concerned for the welfare of children.

Charity urges public to look out for these 13 signs of child neglect during lock...

Here’s how to keep kids safe online - according to new government guidelines

Childline has seen an unprecedented number of calls during coronavirus lockdown

Childline sees dramatically increased calls during coronavirus lockdown

Esther Rantzen backs campaign to protect children from porn

Analysis: More needs to be done to protect youngsters against rape

Elaine Sutherland: A parent's guide to choosing who looks after baby

Gareth Thomas is hailed for coming out

Girls aged 5 sexualised by toys like Bratz dolls, MSPs told

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