Rejected petition Stop Youth Cybercrime: Teach Cyber Law in UK Schools

Young people must learn to stay safe online and understand that hacking, scamming, and other cybercrimes have serious consequences. I urge the government to make cyber awareness and digital responsibility mandatory in schools from Year 7 to help reduce youth cybercrime.

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I want the government to make cyber awareness compulsory because it alone can ensure all schools teach this important subject consistently and effectively. With youth cybercrime rising—like the recent Co-op attack involving 16 to 19-year-olds—early education on digital responsibility and legal consequences is essential to protect young people and society. Government involvement will provide resources, standards, and nationwide reach to reduce cybercrime and prepare students for a safer digital future

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The National Curriculum for Computing sets out that students should be taught about to use technology safely, respectfully, responsibly and securely

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Date submitted 27 July 2025
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