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Explore essential tips and resources to keep yourself and your loved ones safe in the digital world.
Social Media Platforms Are Failing to Protect Girls
Social media platforms are failing to protect girls from online harm at every stage. Explore the shocking reality of digital dangers.
A smartphone-Free Childhood: Wishful Thinking or Necessary Change?
A smartphone-free childhood is nearly impossible in today’s world, but the risks are real: rising cyberbullying, grooming, and mental health issues. Discover the latest UK stats and how Big Sister can help parents keep children safe online.
Child Mental Health: How Big Sister Can Help
Discover how the rise of smartphones impacts child mental health and how the Big Sister app provides early warnings and vital support to help families navigate this digital age.
Protecting Your Child from Online Crime
Protect your child from online crime with this parent’s guide. Learn how to identify scams, prevent identity theft, and keep kids safe from illegal content using parental controls and expert tips.
Changing what children see online
Discover the latest UK Online Safety Code updates. Learn how new rules protect children from harmful content online. (May 2025)
Ofcom Issues 40-Point Mandate for Tech Firms
Ofcom’s new 40-point checklist for tech firms to boost online child safety under the UK’s Online Safety Act, including content filtering, age verification, and improved reporting, with a July 2025 compliance deadline.
What is the Stars Messaging App?
Stars is a private messaging platform designed specifically for children and families. Explore its functions, purpose and capabilities in this blog.
The shocking rise of grooming in the uk
Grooming cases have risen significantly in the UK since COVID, alarming parents and the government into action. This blog breaks down the stats and looks towards a brighter future
Ofcom's Landmark Guidelines for Online Safety
The UK's Online Safety Act introduces groundbreaking protections against digital abuse, focusing on swift content removal and platform accountability to create a safer online space for women and girls.
In The Room: Intimate Image Abuse
Intimate Image Abuse instances have risen dramatically for both children and adults across the UK. See what changes advocates brought to this parliamentary session to help protect victims.
In The Room: Protection of Children Bill
Big Sister attends a committee hearing for the Protection of Children Bill (Digital Safety and Data Protection). The bill aims to enhance online safety for children by increasing accountability for tech companies. Big Sister’s presence underscores our commitment to advocating for children's rights and safety in the digital landscape.
Online Safety: Government Priorities
NEWS: The UK government is taking significant action to enhance online safety for children and teenagers through the Online Safety Act, which tasks Ofcom with implementing key priorities.
Need support? Big Sister is here
Need help talking to your child about risks or resources, we can help.
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If you become aware of an issue, before taking any action, pause for a moment, take a deep breath, and stay calm. A calm space needs to be provided before discussing sensitive and vulnerable issues.
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No child wants to feel spied on. With Big Sister, you can start an open conversation about online activities, navigating the situation in a truthful and supportive way.
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If a threat has been confirmed, share your concerns with a trusted person or contact the NSPCC helpline at 0808 800 5000 for professional guidance. If you suspect sexual abuse, report it to CEOP or local police. For immediate danger, call 999.
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Big Sister provides a community and support group for parents to discuss concerns and seek out resources.
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