Image: Aerial view of the new children’s hospital in Dublin | Credit: Image courtesy of Arup Dublin, Ireland  — Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) is raising the bar for digital wellbeing in healthcare by achieving Friendly WiFi certification across five hospital locations, including its new National Children’s Hospital in Dublin ahead of its opening, creating safer online environments for children, families, and visitors at some of Ireland’s busiest healthcare sites. Children’s

In today’s connected world, public and guest WiFi has become an essential service. From cafés and shopping centres to libraries, transport hubs, and family attractions, organisations provide internet access to enhance the visitor experience. But with that convenience comes responsibility — ensuring that the connection people are using, particularly where children may be present, is safe. This is where the Friendly WiFi Safety Assurance Standard  plays a vital role. What Is th

Providing Visible Reassurance for Families and Young Visitors Across the UK, visitor attractions are increasingly providing public WiFi  as part of the overall guest experience. From theme parks and zoos to museums, adventure parks and heritage destinations, connectivity has become an expected part of a modern day out. Visitors frequently use WiFi to access digital information, share experiences on social media, or stay connected with family and friends while on site. As a re

Holiday parks have long been places where families come together to relax, explore and spend quality time away from everyday life. Across the UK and Europe, many parks welcome thousands of families each week, with guests spending extended periods of time on site across accommodation, restaurants, leisure facilities and public spaces. In recent years, public WiFi has become an important part of that visitor experience. Whether guests are checking activity bookings, sharing hol

Across the UK, leisure and fitness venues have evolved far beyond simply being places to work out. Today’s leisure centres and health clubs are community and family spaces where people spend significant time — exercising, socialising, relaxing, and often working remotely.  For organisations that have already started this journey, completing the approval process is often a straightforward step that brings additional reassurance, governance visibility, and public confidence — w

In February 2026, the NSPCC published a major new briefing: The Impact of Harmful Online Content on Children . Drawing on real Childline counselling sessions and NSPCC Helpline contacts, the report provides powerful insight into what children and young people are experiencing online today — and the emotional impact it is having. The findings are clear. Harmful online content is not an occasional issue — it is a daily reality for many children. Harmful Online Content - the Sca