Introduction to the Case Study Collection

The Cyber Trust
Part of The Cyber Trust Family Internet Monitoring Project

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This collection of case studies explores real-world news stories highlighting how children and young people can be placed at risk through their online activities.

The collection is drawn from real cases investigated by the Cyber Choices team at the National Crime Agency and stories reported in the press.

All of these cases could have been prevented had parents been able to monitor their child's online activity and intervene.



News Item Link Cyber Choices Link

About 70% of babies exposed to screens, study finds

Source: BBC News

 

Many of us that are involved in the cyber world may not be surprised at this report published on the BBC website.

The report refers to research commissioned by a charity called 1001 Critical Days Foundation which was founded by a former UK cabinet member and MP and aims to support the early stages of a child's life in order to give them a good start.

The study, which took place between February and April 2026, found links between higher screen use and poorer developmental outcomes, such as sleep disruption, delayed language development and behavioural issues. This is an alarming find which backs up other research undertaken around the world.

A key message is that children under two years old should not ahev any screen time and if they do it should be part of an interaction with a parent. 

Read the full story here