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You can contact our Helpline by calling 0808 800 5000 or emailing help@NSPCC.org.uk

Our voice Helpline is currently available 10am–4pm Monday to Friday, however callers may experience voice distortion due to technical difficulties. You can email help@NSPCC.org.uk at any time for free. You don’t have to say who you are.

If we haven't responded to you and your concerns for the safety of a child increase, please contact the police or local Children’s Services directly. Please be assured that we'll action all contacts that our Helpline receives.

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2026 News and features

Our news stories and features from 2026.

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29 JANUARY 2026

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19 JANUARY 2026

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