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Cyberbullying

Bullying carried out using phones, social media, games or other digital technology.

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All four UK nations (details may differ), United States
Topic
Behaviour

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Anti-bullying policy All four UK nations (details may differ)
The school document that defines bullying and explains how it will be prevented, reported and dealt with. Schools in England must have measures to prevent bullying.
Online safety All four UK nations (details may differ) United States
Teaching children to use the internet safely and protecting them from online harms, including content, contact, conduct and commerce risks.

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