Promoting a Safer Church: The care and protection of children, young people and adults involved in Church activities is the responsibility of everyone who participates in the life of the Church.  As a parish we adhere to the House of Bishops Safeguarding Policy for children, young people and adults.

A list of documents concerning Safeguarding in the church:

• Safeguarding Policy Statement
• Safeguarding policies
• Guidelines

Our Commitments:

• Promoting a safer environment and culture
• Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children and vulnerable adults
• Responding promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation
• Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse or other affected persons
• Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns/allegations of abuse and other affected persons
• Responding to those that may pose a present risk.

If you are concerned: that someone you know is at risk of, or is being abused, or presents a risk to others, please seek advice from a Safeguarding Adviser or if necessary report the matter to the Local Authority Social Care Services or the Police without delay.

Local Contacts:

available to speak to if you have any concerns:

Hampshire County Council Social Services:

*Out of Hours Service*

If you need immediate advice or help on Monday to Friday 6pm – 8am or on weekend and Bank Holidays  0300 555 1373

Helplines

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