Parents need to have “full and frank” discussions with their children about what they are posting online and need to make sure privacy settings are activated to control who views their information, an expert in online security has warned.

The Government today launched a report on internet safety containing 30 recommendations on online harassment and illegal content.

The Government has announced the appointment of a Director of the Office for Internet Safety.

The fight against child pornography is to be stepped up with a new Government watchdog on internet safety, it was announced today.