Hereford Cathedral is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults from harm. We follow Church of England guidance and policies, and have our own Safeguarding team. The safeguarding pages on the cathedral's website contain our policy, vital links and information including contact information.

Chapter has appointed Marc Leppard as the Designated Safeguarding Lead at Hereford Cathedral to monitor and promote sound safeguarding practice throughout the cathedral. Marc is a member of the cathedral’s Safeguarding Management Group which meets regularly to discuss safeguarding issues. Contact Marc on 01432 374 200 or [email protected]

Lay Canon and Chapter member Dr Duncan Jones is the Safeguarding Lead for Chapter and holds an advisory position giving guidance and support to Chapter and the wider cathedral community. Duncan has a background in education and school inspection. He is a member of the Cathedral’s Safeguarding Management Group and he can be contacted via email [email protected]

Mike Jones is the Safeguarding Officer and can be contacted on 07902743745 or by email [email protected]

Carl Steventon is the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer for the Diocese of Hereford and Lisa Anderson is the Assistant Diocesan Safeguarding Officer. They provide advice, information and support and liaises with both voluntary and statutory bodies. Contact them on [email protected].

Lisa is also contactable via mobile for any ‘out of hours’ incidents or concerns on 07999 028076, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the Designated Safeguarding Lead or the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer.

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.

Find out more about Safeguarding at Hereford Cathedral here