The Department of E-Commerce is set host Safer Internet Day next week, reminding seniors how to stay secure online.

The second annual free event will take place on Tuesday at Somersfield Academy from 10am to 1pm.

Visitors can learn about scams aimed specifically at senior citizens, as well as talking with representatives from the Cybertips team, the Bermuda Police Service, Ageing and Disability Services and Bermuda Executive Services Ltd.

Sean Lee, from event sponsor Butterfield Bank, said: “As online criminals become more sophisticated, it is important that we are aware of how to keep our information secure on the internet.”

John Wight, from sponsor BF&M, added: “Safer Internet Day ensures that the Island’s seniors feel comfortable with general web use, and avoid being targeted by fraud.”

A light lunch will be served and a free shuttle service will be provided by Project Action, departing from City Hall.

To register, e-mail e-commerce@gov.bm.