Mobile phones have lots of pluses – parents feel relieved to be able to get in touch with their children easily – but want to know their children are safe and using their mobiles wisely. They want to know what the technology can do, any risks there are and how the technology can help reduce them. As with all aspects of your children's safety, the really important thing is to talk about it. If you and your children have talked about possible problems and how to handle them, they are more likely to confide in you about anything that worries them. And with new technology, where young people may know much more than parents do, it's good to think things through together. Each section of this booklet has tips to help you help your child. We hope you find it useful.

Mary MacLeod, Chief Executive, Family and Parenting Institute

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This booklet has been produced in partnership between Vodafone and the Family and Parenting Institute. It is designed to provide clear and comprehensive information to parents about new services available on mobile phones.

Last updated: 29th October 2007 at 12:10:26