A NATIONAL child abuse charity has said that the new government advice for people to stay in their home will not affect their support for child in crisis.

The NSPCC have said they will continue to work closely with schools and teachers to make sure “no child falls through the gaps.”

The charity have been in support of the government allowing schools to remain open for vulnerable young people but have previously highlighted that the process needs to be dealt with “care and sensitivity to avoid children feeling as though they are being singled out”.

Anna Edmundson, NSPCC Head of Policy, said: “The entire way we think about child protection has changed in a matter of days and it is encouraging how the government has recognised the effects this crisis could have on children at risk of abuse and neglect.

“It’s now important schools have the guidance they need to safely look after children at this difficult time, including on how social-distancing is implemented.

“To also ensure all children at home are safe, government must support local authorities, NHS and the police to work with schools and teachers in new ways to ensure no child falls through the gaps.

“We can all play our part in this as well by checking in with families however we can and reaching out for support and advice if we have any concerns for a child’s wellbeing.”