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Government Announces Strengthening Online Protections Against Self-Harm Content
Under new rules, platforms will be obliged to block harmful content before it appears, rather than relying on removal after publication.
9th September 2025
SWGfL Welcomes Robert Bond as New Chair of Trustees
We are delighted to welcome Robert Bond, Solicitor and Industry Commissioner for the UK Data & Marketing Commission as the new Chair of Trustees.
31st July 2025
Ofcom Enforces the Children’s Codes
New regulations from Ofcom have come into effect requiring tech companies to implement measures as part of the enforcement of the Children’s Codes.
25th July 2025
Updated RSHE Guidance Aims to Tackle Incel Culture
SWGfL welcomes the Department for Education’s updated statutory guidance on RSHE and its improved approach towards tackling misogynistic content.
23rd July 2025
SWGfL To Launch Youth-Led Survey to Research Child-Friendly Online Reporting
To explore child-friendly reporting mechanisms, SWGfL is pleased to soon launch a youth-focused survey as part of the Safe Online project.
21st July 2025
Family Smart Start: Empowering Safe and Effective Smartphone Use
We are pleased to announce the pilot launch of the Family Smart Start project, developed in partnership with the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI).
15th July 2025
Deepfake Defences 2: Latest Research from Ofcom
A new publication from Ofcom is examining the impact of synthetic media, known within mainstream media as deepfake content.
11th July 2025
SWGfL and Secure Schools Host Cybersecurity Webinar for UK Schools
We recently hosted a national webinar bringing together leading experts to unpack the findings of the Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025.
19th June 2025
New Resources Available for Supporting SEND Learners
A dedicated SEND hub has been created by SWGfL for educators, Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), and Child Protection Leads.
11th June 2025
Help Shape the Future of the Professionals Online Safety Helpline
To ensure POSH remains effective, responsive, and relevant, we are inviting professionals to take part in a short survey.
9th June 2025
Record-Breaking Safer Internet Day 2025
Safer Internet Day 2025 saw a record-breaking 57% of children and young people aged 8-17 in the UK hearing about the day.
2nd June 2025
Cybersecurity in Education: Sign up for Free Webinar
SWGfL and our partners at Secure Schools are proud to host an essential panel discussion taking place on Wednesday 11th June.
27th May 2025
Industry Collaboration with Helpline Strengthens Online Safety Measures in the Face of Growing Challenges
Find out what the top trends and insights were from the latest Professionals Online Safety Helpline report.
22nd May 2025
Real-Time Filtering in a World of Generative AI: What Schools and Colleges Need to Understand
In this article we explore the importance of real-time filtering to respond to the rise generative AI.
12th May 2025
Take Our Survey: Share Your Experience on Your Child's First Smartphone
SWGfL has launched a new survey aimed at parents and carers who have either given — or are planning to give — their child their first smartphone.
7th May 2025
New AI Policy Templates for Welsh Schools Available
We are excited to announce a new Generative AI policy template, now available to download via 360 Safe Cymru.
2nd May 2025