Amendments

In January 2026, this chapter was refreshed.

In January 2026, a new Section 3, Child Financial Exploitation was added.

Section 9, Holidays and Short Breaks was updated in January 2026.

In January 2025, the chapter was updated as the XL Bully was added to the list of banned dogs under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 (as amended).

In January 2025, information was added on other harmful practices such as breast flattening and virginity testing or hymenoplasty.

In January 2025, amendments was made to this chapter in line with the Online Safety Act 2023. Additional information was added in relation to sexually coerced extortion.

In January 2025, this chapter was refreshed.

In January 2025, this chapter was refreshed and information updated about vaping.

In January 2025, amendments were made line with the revised Working Together to Safeguard Children.

In January 2025, this chapter was updated to reflect updated Prevent Duty Statutory Guidance.