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More than 500 Bedfordshire children linked to crimes mentioning TikTok, data shows

More than 500 Bedfordshire children were victims in crimes where TikTok was referenced between 2023 and 2025, according to police data obtained through an FOI request...
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Monthly column: Growing up in the online world – a national consultation

The Government has launched a major national consultation on how we keep children safe online, and I want to encourage parents, young people, educators and carers...
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Tom Grennan backs social media ban for under-16s ahead of Bedford homecoming gig

Ahead of his Bedford Park show, Tom Grennan tells the Bedford Independent why he believes under-16s should be banned from social media. Speaking to the Bedford Independent ahead of his...
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From ads to reality: How casino review sites help spot unsafe online casinos

There are thousands of online casinos out there. A simple online search will show you that. And most of the service providers that’ll show up on your feed will use whatever means they can to get...
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Internet Safety: Tips for protecting personal data on mobile devices

The rapid advancement of technology and the portability of mobile devices have made them essential in our daily lives. We use them for various tasks, such as browsing the web, booking...
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Bedfordshire Police launch online safety campaign aimed at teenagers

Bedfordshire Police has launched a county-wide online safety campaign, which is aimed at teenagers and young people to educate them on how to stay safe online, how to report any concerns...
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