Today the children’s charity launches pilots in three cities across the UK including Leeds.

Leeds-based Head of Local Campaigns for the NSPCC Helen Westerman said Listen Up, Speak Up aims to give the public the knowledge and confidence to seek support about any concerns they have about a child’s safety.

Helen said: “Child protection needs to be made a priority. There’s so much we can do in the local community. Last year a series of terrible cases shocked the nation, including the court case following the tragic death of Star Hobson here in West Yorkshire, while major reviews called for urgent reform.

“At the NSPCC, we want to encourage everyone in Leeds to play their part in keeping children safe, and that’s why we're thrilled to be piloting our new campaign, Listen up, Speak up, in Leeds. The campaign offers free digital training to adults, which can be completed on a smartphone or tablet, as well as free workshops that can be attended in person or online.