A factsheet that summarises some of the key points of UK law relating to sexual behaviour. There is a free version that gives an overview of the factsheet found at the bottom of the page. 

What counts as a sexual offence? The Sexual Offences Act 2003 governs sex laws in the UK. Here are the main points made simple.

Information about the age of sexual consent.

The definition of sexual consent in law is clear, but in real life, it’s confusing. Explains what it means to give or get consent. 

Being a victim of any kind of crime can be frightening and upsetting. But rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment are particularly distressing crimes for the victim and the effects can last for a long time. Explains the difference between these crimes, what services Victim Support provides and processes such as telling the police. There is also information and links to support services if you are worried about possible health issues after a sex attack.

This site provides information about what rape and sexual assault is, including the legal definition of rape. Aims to remove old preconceptions about what rape is, and includes links to further information on issues like drug rape, marital rape, the causes of rape, rape abroad, and HIV and rape. It also provides a link of where to get help and support. Information is aimed at women.

Information from an organisation specialising in helping male victims of rape and sexual abuse. Answers frequently asked questions including about whether what happened is a crime.

The term cyber crime refers to a variety of crimes carried out online, using the internet through computers, laptops, tablets, internet-enabled televisions, games consoles and smart phones. Possible cyber crimes include stealing confidential information that’s stored online, sexual grooming, stalking or harassment, bullying, and financial or romance fraud. Provides information to protect yourself from cyber crime and emotional support if you have been a victim.

Defines sexual harassment and assault and gives different situations that could be classified as harassment or assault. It also provides links to further help/information if you are a minor and believe you have been sexually harassed or assaulted, including if it happened a while ago. 

Information about sexting, whether it is illegal, what to do if someone asks you for a photo and what to do if you're sent sexual images.

Links to an extensive handbook that provides a guide to criminal proceedings and procedures in relation to sexual violence. It covers pre-court, reporting and prosecuting stages.

Explains what your options are if you have been raped or sexually assaulted, recently, in the past or if you're not sure what happened and gives a link to their support line through the phone or webchat.

This page links to basic advice on revenge porn. You can also use their helpline if you need additional information and advice. 

You can anonymously and confidentially report child sexual abuse content, criminally obscene adult content and non-photographic child sexual abuse images from this link.

The child sex offenders disclosure scheme enables parents, guardians and others to enquire whether a person who has access to a child, is a registered sex offender, or poses a risk to that child. Explains how it works.

Explains what Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is,  how it is carried out and why, how the law protects women from FGM, and what help you can get if you have been a victim of FGM. It also includes video of women's experience with FGM and downloadable leaflets in different languages. 

Female genital mutilation (FGM) is when part or all of a girl or young woman's genitals are removed or injured for non-medical reasons. It's sometimes called ‘female genital cutting’ or ‘female circumcision’. Some communities use local names for referring to FGM, for example ‘sunna’. This information explains if you think you are at risk of FGM or if you are worried about someone you know. It also explains how to apply for a protection order. 

This information explains who can apply for a FGM protection order, where you can apply for one, how much the order costs, and what to do if the conditions in the order aren't followed. 

Upskirting is a highly intrusive practice, which typically involves someone taking a picture under another person’s clothing without their knowledge. It is now illegal.