The parish of Middleton-in-Chirbury is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer or PSO.

Chris Jerman, 07769 808037 or [email protected]
Kay Yeates, 01938 561640 or [email protected]

The Diocese of Hereford’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs.
Diocesan Safeguarding Officer, Lisa Anderson on 07999 028076. 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.

Please see below for useful contact numbers:
Shropshire County Council:
Child or Adult Concern – 0345 678 9021 (week day office hours)
Emergency Duty Team – 0345 678 9040 (after 5 pm, weekends and Public Holiday)

NSPCC: 0808 800 5000

Child line (help line for children): 0800 11 11

National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247

The National Care Line: Action on Elder Abuse: 0800 0699 784