Statement From Internet Matters in Reaction to the Government's Internet Safety Strategy

Carolyn Bunting, General Manager of Internet Matters, said: “There is always more that government and industry can do to help keep our children safe online but above all we hope the government's new strategy will empower parents to learn more about the issues around cyberbullying and play an active role in their children’s digital lives.

"Anything that helps parents make informed choices about how they help their kids stay safe in their digital lives and know more about the issue of cyberbullying is a move in the right direction. A recent survey from Internet Matters revealed 1 in 5 parents said their child had received cruel comments online and we have spent a long time campaigning to highlight to parents the risks their children face in their digital world. If more information for parents can serve as a trigger for a conversation with their child, it is a welcome step forward."

Internet Matters' six steps parents can take to make sure their child is safe from cyberbullying:

For further help visit internetmatters.org
 

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