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Police advise schoolchildren on cyber security

Police are advising islanders about cyber security. Credit: PA

Police are providing schools in Jersey with leaflets designed to make children aware of cyber security.

It's part of their Cyber Crime Campaign, which began in February.

The new leaflet will provide information on issues like cyber bullying, sexting, social networking, and offensive or illegal online content.

Students at all primary and secondary schools on the island will have access to the leaflet, and an electronic version will be emailed to parents.

Children today have grown up in a very different world to their parents. They do not regard digital technologies as anything special; it’s neither remarkable in anyway, or especially dangerous. It is simply a part of everyday life. This can be daunting for parents.

This leaflet will provide parents with more details on the types of concerns their children may have, how you can help them and where you can get additional help and advice.”

– Detective Chief Inspector Chris Beechey