Welcome to the Devon and Cornwall Police website for professionals working with children and young people. On these pages you can find guidance and information across a range of themes and issues they may be facing.
We also have links to a range of resources for use in the classroom and beyond as well and links to third-party support and information. Click on ‘News and information’ for the latest from the world of Children and Young People.
26/05/2026: Social media as bad for young people as smoking, top doctors say
Social media use ranks with smoking as a threat to the health of young people, according to the UK’s most senior doctors.
26/05/2026: ‘A tsunami of harm’: views on tackling online safety for under-16s in the UK
Campaigners, teenagers, legislators and experts give their opinions on the government’s social media consultation
22/05/2026: Children’s homes body urges end to unregistered placements by 2030
Residential care provider body, the Children’s Homes Association (CHA) is calling on the government to develop a plan to end the use of “illegal” homes within five years.
21/05/2026: Illegal children’s homes being paid up to £2m per child by English councils (Video)
Watch the video for full story.
Let’s Talk
Information for parents about the community safety risks our young people face today. Watch the latest video now.
04/06/2026: Assessments for Children for Out of Court Resolutions – What you need to knowFocusing on the Prevention and Diversion Assessment Tool (PDAT), the Child Information Form (CIF), and the NPCC Child Gravity Matrix, this session . . .Information
08/06/2026: Online Sexual Offending by Children – Law & PracticeOnline sexual offending presents some of the most complex and fast-evolving challenges in youth justice. From sexting and image-sharing to . . .Information
25/06/2026: Children and Road Traffic Offences – What You Need to KnowThis interactive online workshop from YJLC is designed to support youth justice practitioners in confidently navigating cases involving children and . . .Information
29/06/2026: Tackling Violence against Women and Girls ConferenceFollowing the Government published Freedom from Violence and Abuse: a cross-government strategy to build a safer society for women and girls, this . . .Information
Health for Teens
For ages 11-19 to learn about their health, with bite sized information.
Shore
A safe place for teens concerned about sexualised behaviour.
CEOP Online Safety
Aims to help protect children and young people from online child sexual abuse.
Let's Talk
Information for parents about the community safety risks our young people face today.
YGAM
Preventing gaming and gambling harms among young people
The Mix
Essential support for under 25s in the UK offer free, confidential support upon with mental health, relationships, work, money and more.
Devon Schools Wellbeing Partnership
Hosted by Devon County, a universal health and wellbeing resource for all schools in Devon.
Professionals Online Safety Helpline
Supporting professionals working with children and young people.
Safecall
Helpline service for young people who are at risk of going missing or being exploited.
Y-Smart
Drug and Alcohol Services for young people, parents and professionals (Devon).
Yzup
Drug and Alcohol Services for young people, parents and professionals (Cornwall).
Plymouth substance misuse service
For young people under 18 who live in Plymouth and are struggling with drug or alcohol use.
Talk to Frank
Honest information about drugs
Fearless
Helping young people make positive decisions about crime.
Childnet
Helpful information and guidance for children, parents and professionals
Lucy Faithfull Foundation
supports anyone with a concern about child sexual abuse and its prevention.
Keeping Children Safe Online
Information, guidance and resources for parents and professionals.
Childline
A free, private and confidential service where you can talk about anything.
Get Safe Online
Free, impartial online safety advice on safeguarding children when they are online.
Papyrus
Papyrus is the national charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide.
Stand against Violence
Violence Prevention Through Education | Age appropriate workshops and assemblies for ages 8-18
Cyber Choices
Help make informed choices and to use their cyber skills in a legal way.
Devon YJS
The Devon Youth Justice Service works with young people who get into trouble with the law.
Cornwall YJS
Working with partners to prevent offending and re-offending by aged 10-17 year olds.
Plymouth YJS
a multi-agency approach to prevent children aged 10 to 17 from offending or reoffending.