The NSPCC’s latest survey of child protection in the UK has highlighted the increase in the number of recorded sexual offences against children compared to last year, and a significant increase in the number of contacts made to the charity. Of those who children who contacted Childline in 2016/17, emotional health was the main concern; with 8% of counselling sessions being about suicide. Of the contacts to the NSPCC, 72% led to a referral.
Child protection overview highlights increase in sexual offences
