How young people can be protected online

 In this episode, Alma- Constance and Lucinda want to know more about the risks that children face online, and how they can be protected when they use the internet.They speak to Andy Burrows from the NSPCC, who is head of child safety online policy. He tells us about common risks that children can face online Whether there are laws to protect children online What children can do if they experience bullyingWhat protections social media platforms use Advice about the minimum settings on devices and use of  to help children  stay safe on the internetWhen Andy was 10 years old he loved  playing football and had a Nintendo game boy. He thinks that although he didn’t know what he’d go on to be as an adult, he’s sure he’d pleased to know he would do a job that can make an impact to help people have safer lives online. If you need help or advice, Andy says don’t hesitate to contact the NSPCC Helpline. You can contact them 7 days a week, online: [email protected] or on the phone: 0808 800 5000 and you can also search online for  Childline or call on 0800 1111. References and ResourcesTwitter @_andyburrowshttps://www.nspcc.org.ukThe Children's Code https://www.nspcc.org.uk/globalassets/documents/fundraising/number-day/number-day-resources-2021/online-safety-quiz-ks3-2020-final.pdfAlma-Constance and Lucinda would love to hear from you. If you have any questions, ideas about a topic or someone you'd like us to interview, please contact us through the website, www.kidslaw.info or through social media on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @KidsLawInfo You can also email us: [email protected] subscribe, rate, and share with your friends!    If you've got any questions, ideas about a topic or someone to interview, get in touch, we'd love to hear from you!! You can email us at [email protected], contact us through the website: www.kidslaw.info  or through social media: Facebook, X and Instagram @KidsLawInfo Please subscribe, rate, and share the podcast with your friends. See you soon in the next episode!