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The ISPCC welcomed the introduction and progression of legislation to support the introduction of an Office of Digital Safety Commissioner. The ISPCC believes that regulation of this space is essential, and that such an office would play a major role across education and awareness, monitoring areas of law reform and putting in place appropriate regulations, monitoring and supports to ensure that children are better protected online. It is imperative that a Digital Safety Commissioner is appointed and granted statutory powers.
Childline, delivered by the ISPCC, is Ireland's national active listening service for children and young people up to the age of 18.
It can be contacted at any time, about any issue, by calling 1800 66 66 66 (24 hrs), chatting online at Childline.ie (10am - 4am daily) or texting to 50101 (10am - 4am daily).
It is very difficult for any member of our society to understand why a person is murdered.
ISPCC Childline, in partnership with the Vodafone Ireland Foundation, has developed the Talking Makes Us Stronger campaign to show children that it helps to talk, should they encounter anything online which upsets or concerns them.
There are many views as to what is appropriate but a good starting point is to consider what you as the parent feel is too much and why.
It’s important to consider your child’s usage in the context of how it impacts their life. How much does your child rely on their devices – have you experienced a tantrum when trying to take a tablet from a young child, or have you noticed your teenager spending hours on Instagram or Snapchat?
Among the services it provides, the ISPCC runs Childline and the National Missing Children's Hotline.
