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Government reviews DBS system after nursery worker employed whilst on bail for indecent images

The Government is urgently reviewing the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) system after it emerged a nursery worker was able to secure employment at an early years setting whilst on bail for possessing indecent images of children. The case has exposed significant safeguarding gaps in how criminal allegations are flagged to employers in the childcare sector before conviction.

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Teenager Jailed for Four Years Over Stafford College Bomb Threats
Safeguarding Jun 29, 2026

Teenager Jailed for Four Years Over Stafford College Bomb Threats

A teenager has been sentenced to nearly four years in prison for manufacturing homemade gunpowder and issuing bomb threats at Stafford College. The case highlights critical safeguarding concerns within further education settings and the serious consequences of threats to student safety.

Protecting the Rights of Every Child, Regardless of Asylum Status
Safeguarding Jun 26, 2026

Protecting the Rights of Every Child, Regardless of Asylum Status

The Children's Commissioner for England has reaffirmed her statutory duty to protect and promote the rights of all children, regardless of their asylum status. In response to government proposals, she underscores that a child's right to safety and support must not be compromised by immigration policy.

Children’s Commissioner Demands Transparency on Asylum Support Withdrawal Plans
Safeguarding Jun 24, 2026

Children’s Commissioner Demands Transparency on Asylum Support Withdrawal Plans

The Children's Commissioner for England has issued a stark warning to the Home Secretary regarding proposals to withdraw support from failed asylum-seeking families. Dame Rachel de Souza argues that plans to forcibly remove families—including those with children receiving medical treatment—would cause significant harm and has demanded the release of affected children's data.

Beyond the Ban: Rethinking Digital Safeguarding for Children
Safeguarding Jun 20, 2026

Beyond the Ban: Rethinking Digital Safeguarding for Children

As policymakers consider profound restrictions on young people's online access, Technology Editor Zoe Kleinman examines how these measures reshape our understanding of digital safety. The debate extends beyond platform regulation to question how local authorities balance child protection with digital participation.

Government Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Youth Ambassadors Respond
Safeguarding Jun 19, 2026

Government Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Youth Ambassadors Respond

The Prime Minister has announced plans to block social media platforms for users under 16, with implementation expected by early 2027. The Children's Commissioner for England has gathered reactions from Youth Ambassadors to understand how young people view this proposed safeguarding measure.

Keeping Children Safe: Essential Heatwave Guidance for Families
Safeguarding Jun 19, 2026

Keeping Children Safe: Essential Heatwave Guidance for Families

As temperatures climb across the country, children remain particularly susceptible to heat-related illness and dehydration. These practical safeguarding tips help parents and carers recognise the risks and take simple steps to keep youngsters cool, hydrated and protected during extreme heat.

Under-16s to Be Banned from Social Media Platforms from 2027
Safeguarding Jun 15, 2026

Under-16s to Be Banned from Social Media Platforms from 2027

The Prime Minister has announced that children under the age of 16 will be prohibited from accessing social media sites including Instagram, YouTube and TikTok from early 2027. The new measures will affect millions of young people and represent a significant shift in the approach to online child protection and digital safeguarding.