This short and easy to read book is aimed at the general reader with little or no knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection.

It provides an essential guide for anyone who needs to know and understand the basics of safeguarding children and young people, whether they are professionals, volunteers or concerned members of the public. It takes a practical approach to explaining what is abuse and neglect and what people need to do if they are worried about a child.

This second edition is updated to include sections on social media and cyberbullying.