SAFEGUARDING
If you are concerned about the welfare of a child or adult at risk, do not delay in contacting the police, using 999 if a child or adult is believed to be in immediate danger.
It is the policy of the Catholic Church in England and Wales to report all allegations of abuse to statutory authorities, regardless of whether the abuse occurred recently or in the past, or whether the accused person is living or deceased.
If you are in any role within the Catholic Church in England and Wales, you MUST refer allegations directly to the safeguarding office for your diocese or religious congregation, or directly to the Police.
If you are a member of the public, please refer allegations directly to the police and also to the safeguarding office in your diocese; (the relevant Diocesan safeguarding office can be located using the interactive map on the links page of the CSAS website www.csas.uk.net - contact details will be shown when you click on the relevant area of the map). You can also contact CSAS by telephoning 0207 901 1920 or via email at [email protected]
MEDIA ENQUIRIES RELATING TO THE IICSA ( INDEPENDENT INQUIRY FOR CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE ) REPORT PUBLISHED ON 10 NOVEMBER 2020, SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE OFFICE OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOPS' CONFERENCE OF ENGLAND AND WALES AT [email protected] OR BY TELEPHONE ON 07983 704097.
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The Catholic Church is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Every person has a right to be safe and respected within our community in a non-judgemental way.
As a parish, we take this responsibility seriously. We follow national safeguarding guidelines, ensure all volunteers are properly vetted and trained, and maintain clear procedures for reporting concerns.
Our parish is open and is inclusive to all who come to pray within.
Together, let us continue to build a community of care, trust, and safety for all in an open honest, tolerant and receptive manner.
If you have any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult, or if you wish to speak with someone about a safeguarding issue, please contact our Parish Safeguarding Representatives or the Diocesan Safeguarding Office.
If you are concerned about the welfare of a child or adult at risk, do not delay in contacting the police, using 999 if a child or adult is believed to be in immediate danger.
It is the policy of the Catholic Church in England and Wales to report all allegations of abuse to statutory authorities, regardless of whether the abuse occurred recently or in the past, or whether the accused person is living or deceased.
If you are in any role within the Catholic Church in England and Wales, you MUST refer allegations directly to the safeguarding office for your diocese or religious congregation, or directly to the Police.
If you are a member of the public, please refer allegations directly to the police and also to the safeguarding office in your diocese; (the relevant Diocesan safeguarding office can be located using the interactive map on the links page of the CSAS website www.csas.uk.net - contact details will be shown when you click on the relevant area of the map). You can also contact CSAS by telephoning 0207 901 1920 or via email at [email protected]
MEDIA ENQUIRIES RELATING TO THE IICSA ( INDEPENDENT INQUIRY FOR CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE ) REPORT PUBLISHED ON 10 NOVEMBER 2020, SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE OFFICE OF THE CATHOLIC BISHOPS' CONFERENCE OF ENGLAND AND WALES AT [email protected] OR BY TELEPHONE ON 07983 704097.
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The Catholic Church is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Every person has a right to be safe and respected within our community in a non-judgemental way.
As a parish, we take this responsibility seriously. We follow national safeguarding guidelines, ensure all volunteers are properly vetted and trained, and maintain clear procedures for reporting concerns.
Our parish is open and is inclusive to all who come to pray within.
Together, let us continue to build a community of care, trust, and safety for all in an open honest, tolerant and receptive manner.
If you have any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult, or if you wish to speak with someone about a safeguarding issue, please contact our Parish Safeguarding Representatives or the Diocesan Safeguarding Office.
