Child protection1 Jul 2024Warning over 'eye-watering' rise in online sex offencesPolice Scotland say reports of online child sexual abuse and exploitation have increased by 21% in a year.1 Jul 2024Scotland19 Jun 2024Council launches child social services reformsThe new way of working allows families to lead plans to get the support they need.19 Jun 2024Dorset22 May 2024Children detained under little-known orders are speaking out after turning 18Young people who were detained under Deprivation of Liberty orders speak about their experiences.22 May 2024UK17 Apr 2024Paedophiles could lose parental rights under new lawIt comes after the BBC reported a mum's fight to stop her ex-husband getting access to their child.17 Apr 2024UK10 Apr 2024More areas trial new child protection projectThe £45m scheme aims to give struggling families more early support.10 Apr 2024England14 Mar 2024No care plan for teen who died of 'shocking neglect'The distressing nature of Kaylea’s avoidable suffering was an “inescapable truth”, the report said. 14 Mar 2024Wales12 Mar 2024Young catfishing victims 'should have hope'A safeguarding expert speaks after a man admits charges related to more than 60 child victims.12 Mar 2024Northern Ireland26 Jan 2024Meta tool to block nude images in teens' chatsThe move is designed to help stop teenagers receiving inappropriate pictures, even in encrypted chats26 Jan 2024Technology19 Jan 2024'They were both found looking very peaceful' - sisterThe bodies of 60-year-old Kenneth Battersby and two-year-old Bronson were found dead at their home.19 Jan 2024UK