One in six students report being bullied, with online abuse most common, survey finds

Most bullying reported (64%) was predominantly social and verbal in nature, including name-calling, teasing, or insults. File picture: PA

Bullying continues to be a significant feature of students' lives throughout their school years, with a department of education survey finding approximately one in six (15.5%) reported being bullied in the previous year.

Most bullying reported (64%) was predominantly social and verbal in nature, including name-calling, teasing, or insults.