St Anne’s Church is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk and to creating a safe place for everyone.
Our Parish Safeguarding Coordinators or the Vicar are the first people to speak to if you have any concerns around the welfare of a child or adult at risk
Policies
St Anne’s Safeguarding Policy
If you believe a child or adult is in immediate danger you should contact the police immediately (tel. 999)
St Anne’s Church is committed to:
- Promoting a safer environment and culture.
- Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children, young people and vulnerable adults within the church.
- Responding promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation.
- Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons.
- Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse and other affected persons.
- Responding to those that may pose a present risk to others.
Local and National Contacts
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0808 800 5000 (lines free and open 24 hours)
Phone if you are worried about a child.
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0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours)
Phone if you are a child or young person and are worried about anything.
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0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours)
Phone if you are experiencing domestic abuse.
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116 123 (open 24 hours)
Phone if you feel you are struggling to cope and need someone to talk to.
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0808 801 0327 (Monday-Friday, 9am-8pm)
A confidential helpline for male victims of domestic violence and those supporting them.
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0800 999 5428 (Monday to Friday, 10am–5pm)
Supporting all LGBT+ people who’ve experienced hate crime, domestic abuse or sexual violence.