Ant McPartlin and Dec Connelly are set to host a new online school assembly for the NSPCC.
Ant and Dec
The popular presenting duo have thrown their support behind the charity by agreeing to host the Stay Safe assembly, which is designed to encourage children to share their worries with a trusted adult.
Ant said: "We’re thrilled to be involved with the online version of the NSPCC’s Speak Out. Stay Safe assembly and we’ve had great fun filming with Buddy, the NSPCC mascot.
"We know that the lockdown will have been a difficult time for some children and others may be struggling with being back at school."
Dec, 45, hailed the NSPCC’s work and reminded kids "there is always someone who can help".
He said: "It is a real privilege to be supporting the NSPCC with this online assembly and we want all children to remember that difficult times never have to be dealt with alone."
Vicky Ford, the Children's Minister, has also spoken out in support of the assembly.
She explained: "Protecting children from harm has always been a priority for this government, which is why throughout the pandemic we asked schools, nurseries and colleges to remain open for those who are most vulnerable.
"The NSPCC’s Speak Out. Stay Safe assembly will encourage children to speak to a trusted adult about their worries and for many that is likely to be a teacher.
"That's one of the reasons why getting children back into the classroom in September was so important and why we are placing social workers in some schools to help teachers spot and report the signs of abuse and neglect more quickly."
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