Menu
10/02/2015
Minister Promotes 'Safer Internet Day'
Education Minister John O'Dowd has urged people to stay safe when online as part of 'Safer Internet Day 2015'.
He said: "In this fast-paced, ever changing, technological society in which we live, staying safe online is more important now than ever.
"With the increasing use of digital technology, it is vital that children and young people are aware of the potential dangers online and understand how to stay safe."
Safer internet day is celebrated in over 100 countries. It aims to highlight the positives of technology whilst exploring the ways in which the online community can be made safer.
Minister O'Dowd said: "The internet is a rich source of information and entertainment and provides opportunities to learn and develop new skills. Such progress in technology can also expose children to inappropriate material and threats from which they need to be protected.
"Teachers and parents both have a role in educating our young people on using the internet safely and appropriately. Teachers can give pupils opportunities to use and create positive online content and at the same time give them the confidence and the skills to seek help should they encounter problems online. Parents can help by showing an interest and having discussions with their child about their online activity."
(IT/JP)
He said: "In this fast-paced, ever changing, technological society in which we live, staying safe online is more important now than ever.
"With the increasing use of digital technology, it is vital that children and young people are aware of the potential dangers online and understand how to stay safe."
Safer internet day is celebrated in over 100 countries. It aims to highlight the positives of technology whilst exploring the ways in which the online community can be made safer.
Minister O'Dowd said: "The internet is a rich source of information and entertainment and provides opportunities to learn and develop new skills. Such progress in technology can also expose children to inappropriate material and threats from which they need to be protected.
"Teachers and parents both have a role in educating our young people on using the internet safely and appropriately. Teachers can give pupils opportunities to use and create positive online content and at the same time give them the confidence and the skills to seek help should they encounter problems online. Parents can help by showing an interest and having discussions with their child about their online activity."
(IT/JP)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
13 June 2016
NI Businesses Lose Over £2m Following Online Crime
Firms in Northern Ireland lost over £2 million following online crime last year, according to new figures. Figures from Get Safe Online and Action Fraud show 247 cases were reported with total losses amounting to £2,152,343 between March 2015 and March 2016. However, police believe the overall losses could be higher.
NI Businesses Lose Over £2m Following Online Crime
Firms in Northern Ireland lost over £2 million following online crime last year, according to new figures. Figures from Get Safe Online and Action Fraud show 247 cases were reported with total losses amounting to £2,152,343 between March 2015 and March 2016. However, police believe the overall losses could be higher.
17 April 2024
New Online Safety Resource For NI Children And Young People
A new dedicated website has been launched to help children be more safe, secure and supported online.
New Online Safety Resource For NI Children And Young People
A new dedicated website has been launched to help children be more safe, secure and supported online.
15 August 2018
Parents Urged To Talk To Children About Staying Safe Online
Parents are being urged to talk to their children about how to stay safe online. Issuing a number of safety tips and advice, PSNI Detective Chief Inspector Anne Marks said: "No one would disagree the internet is an effective tool that has become part of our daily routine and has helped all of us to learn.
Parents Urged To Talk To Children About Staying Safe Online
Parents are being urged to talk to their children about how to stay safe online. Issuing a number of safety tips and advice, PSNI Detective Chief Inspector Anne Marks said: "No one would disagree the internet is an effective tool that has become part of our daily routine and has helped all of us to learn.
14 September 2021
New 'Play Safe, Stay Safe' Awareness Programme Launched
'Play Safe, Stay Safe', a new online construction site awareness programme for primary school children has been launched by Phoenix Natural Gas.
New 'Play Safe, Stay Safe' Awareness Programme Launched
'Play Safe, Stay Safe', a new online construction site awareness programme for primary school children has been launched by Phoenix Natural Gas.
08 April 2004
Spellar launches safety poster competition
Criminal Justice Minister, John Spellar has urged budding young artists to design posters to highlight the issue of safety for older people. This initiative is the latest to be launched under the Government's Stay Safe, Stay Secure campaign which aims to provide practical help and advice to older people about community safety.
Spellar launches safety poster competition
Criminal Justice Minister, John Spellar has urged budding young artists to design posters to highlight the issue of safety for older people. This initiative is the latest to be launched under the Government's Stay Safe, Stay Secure campaign which aims to provide practical help and advice to older people about community safety.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:Gale, coastal severe gale, northwest winds ease from late afternoon. Scattered showers will fall as snow over the hills at first, becoming isolated from mid-afternoon. Maximum temperature 7 °C.Tonight:Showers, scattered in the evening, will clear by midnight leaving the night dry with clear spells. Cloud will spread east towards morning. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
