Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, with reference to Internet Matters's document entitled Internet Matters Pulse, published on 10 September 2026, what steps her Department is taking to reduce the level of parental anxiety regarding digital safety.

The government recognises that parents and carers need clear support to feel confident helping children stay safe online. The ‘You Won’t Know Until You Ask’ campaign and Kids Online Safety Hub provide practical tools to build children’s resilience to misinformation and critical thinking skills. The Hub offers trusted guidance and resources to help parents and carers discuss harmful or misleading content. We are also introducing a ban on social media services being offered to under-16s.