It is time the Government gave children in England the same protection from harm as those in Scotland and Wales and end the use of physical punishment

Disturbingly, counsellors at ⁦@NSPCC⁩ #Childline are receiving an increasing number of calls from young people being blackmailed over faked indecent images. #Sextortion is a horrific crime but we’re helping teenagers fight back 👇🏼

Following the appalling race related violence which has affected so many communities, children may be feeling confused, scared or anxious. Young people can speak to a Childline counsellor on the phone, 0800 1111, and online via 1-2-1 chat or email. https://t.co/hwn292zLPr

I'm frequently asked where @Apple is in important conversations about children's online safety. Unfortunately, the answer is that they are glaringly absent. https://t.co/sthXmcahqc.

Notwithstanding the headline, there is plenty to build on in the Government’s proposed approach to child poverty and we look forward to engaging constructively on making early progress on this vital matter

Good news. We need ambitious action from the new Govt to keep children safe online, but the PM's right that blanket bans are not the right option. Lets see greater focus on strong regulation, centring children's voices, and proactively tackling new risks. https://t.co/wbczpRUs3X

Today @mollyroseorg brings together 26 bereaved parents and lived experience campaigners to urge political parties to commit to bold, thoughtful and evidence-based steps on online safety. Their letter to party leaders:

Good to be on @SkyNews earlier talking about this report, advocating for balanced approaches not blunt tools. The next Govt should not impose a digital divide which punishes children - instead need to focus on how to ensure safe access through strong regulation.

Banning phones and social media is ‘the wrong answer to an important question.’ Ian Russell couldn’t be clearer on @BBCBreakfast that the answer is stronger regulation in the next Parliament. All political parties need to listen to his clarity & foresight @mollyroseorg

Richard Collard, of the NSPCC, said a "blanket ban" on smartphones and social media for under-16s would be a "blunt instrument". “Young people tell us how access to technology can improve their lives, but they are fed up of having to protect themselves.”

We’re delighted our CEO @PeterWanless could be part of this insightful visit and wider discussion with young people about the evolution of mobile phones and their impact.

Children have the right to receive high quality, age appropriate #RSHE tailored to the realities of their lives. They should get this as early as possible and consistently through their time at school - it is essential for children’s safety and wellbeing 1/5

Politicians must follow the evidence on online safety & avoid measures that may cause more harm than good. As @10DowningStreet prepares a consultation, here’s an important piece from Ian Russell on why we need stronger regulation, not bans @mollyroseorg

.@NSPCC's @RichCCollard said: “The number of very young children using social media points to a systemic failure by tech companies to enforce the age limits which they set. The answer must be robust enforcement of the Online Safety Act.”

What has been completely absent from this debate is the voice of children. Before we have knee jerk reactions, it is important that we consult the people that these policies effect https://t.co/WJK78qQX1o

“there’s a difference between holding tech giants accountable for avoidable harms and leaping to the simplistic conclusion that social media alone explains children’s unhappiness” ⁦@gabyhinsliff⁩ ⁦#ScreenTime #EvidenceBased #MobileBan #P4DF

“It is unacceptable that algorithms are continuing to push out harmful content that we know can have devastating mental and emotional consequences for young people.” @NSPCC @ranigovender_ https://t.co/qnNEIsI3in

Although clashes are part of Glastonbury, if you make me choose between justice and the national, I will be upset

Important @NSPCC story out today about increasing child abuse image crimes being recorded by UK police - up 25% in last year. Reinforces (again!) vital importance of strong regulation + tech companies being held accountable for the harm on their services.

“It’s alarming to see online child abuse continue to rise, especially when tech companies should be acting to make their sites safe by design ahead of incoming regulation", said @PeterWanless