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18 May 2023 UK SIC

2023 Appropriate filtering and monitoring definitions published

We have published the 'appropriate' filtering and monitoring definitions for 2023.  The definitions help both schools and providers understand what is…

3 May 2023 UK SIC

SWGfL announced in Charity Awards shortlist

Our partners at SWGfL have been shortlisted for the Charity Awards in the Education and Training category. Find out more…

28 April 2023 UK SIC

The most severe Category A online child sexual abuse doubles in two years, new IWF data shows

In 2022, the IWF found 51,369 webpages containing the most severe kinds of abuse, up from 25,050 pages in 2020.

14 April 2023 UK SIC

Professionals Online Safety Helpline releases annual report

The Professionals Online Safety Helpline have released their latest annual report, citing the prevalent issues that are affecting teachers and…

11 April 2023 UK SIC

Ofcom explores digital literacy in latest report

Ofcom have explored digital literacy in their latest report, highlighting how young people are approaching technology.

27 March 2023 UK SIC

UKSIC calls on mobile manufacturers to do more to help schools with filtering and monitoring devices

The UKSIC issues report on filtering and monitoring provisions on school devices.

14 March 2023 UK SIC

New Digital Wellbeing Features Announced for TikTok

TikTok has announced new updates aimed at improving digital wellbeing, screentime management and parental controls.

1 March 2023 UK SIC

Take part in the Childnet Film Competition 2023

A fantastic opportunity for your learners to develop their media expertise through the lens of online safety

27 February 2023 UK SIC

1,000 per cent increase in sexual abuse imagery of 7-10s since lockdown

Primary school children aged 7-10 years old are increasingly being groomed to perform sexually online by predators warns the IWF.

27 February 2023 UK SIC

2023 Appropriate Filtering and Monitoring Definitions Published for Public Consultation

The UK Safer Internet Centre (UKSIC) has published a draft of its 'appropriate' filtering and monitoring definitions for 2023 for public consultation. 

27 January 2023 UK SIC

A deep dive into the Safer Internet Day 2023 resources: 11-14 years edition 

The activities provide opportunities to hear from children and young people about the issues most affecting them online.