ONLINE harassment of girls has become so common it is considered “normal,” according to a worrying new report published today.

The study, by online safety charity Internet Matters, found that 77 per cent of girls aged 13 to 16 in Britain report digital experiences that are or may be harmful.

Based on in-depth interviews with girls and parents, the study found that there is a “widely prevalent belief” among girls that this is “an intrinsic component” of the digital space.