The guidelines, which were launched in November last year, were created in close cooperation with industry and organisations active in the field of online child protection.  Paul Goggins, Member of Parliament and Chair of the Task Force on Child Protection on the Internet, comments in his introduction: "This guidance is another important step towards improving child protection standards online."

The guide on safe searching outlines how online search engines work and gives practical advice for internet users, particularly children, to benefit from these services safely.  It also addresses search providers, and their role in supporting child protection online.  The information explains the distinction between 'potentially harmful' and 'illegal content' from a UK perspective.

The Good Practice Guide to Moderation is primarily aimed at organisations and companies that provide interactive services online.  The detailed information covers all aspects of moderation, including an explanation of the different methods that can be used, and practical advice on how to recruit and train moderators.

The 'Guidance for using Real Life Examples' document acknowledges that using true events and individuals' stories can be very effective when promoting safer internet awareness.  It also emphasises that "the preservation of anonymity is of paramount importance".  The document provides clear guidelines on how to respect these and other considerations.