The churches in our benefice (St Michael's and St Jude's, Blackburn) are committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officers (PSOs). The Diocese of Blackburn’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO.

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO:
for St Michael's this is Charlotte Ferguson, tel: 07840 479023;
for St Jude's it is Sean Holliday, tel: 01253 233330;
or contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor, Catherine Smith, tel: 07711 485710.

If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services, tel: 01254 666400.