A course on how to keep young people safe online is being held in Walthamstow.

As social media and web browsing becomes a part of everyday life, a housing provider in the borough is looking to show parents how they can try to monitor what their child is doing.

Circle Housing Circle 33 is running a free five week course with information on sensible web browsing, tips for using social networking and taking steps to ensure data security.

The courses start on June 10 and will be held every Tuesday between 10am and 12.30pm at Priory Court, Walthamstow.

Residents wishing to find out more information should contact Circle Housing Circle 33 on 020 8531 9990.