St. Augustine’s Church Huncoat, have adopted the House of Bishops’ Safeguarding Policy and Practice Guidance. All those working with children and adults at risk have undergone safer recruitment and received safeguarding training.
Reporting a concern
If you believe that someone is at risk of immediate harm, please call emergency services on 999.
Any safeguarding concerns in a parish should be brought to the attention of your local Parish Safeguarding Officer(s) (PSO) in the first instance, see contact details below.
The PSO can seek further advice from the Diocesan Safeguarding Team as necessary.
Concerns can also be raised directly with the Diocesan Safeguarding Team
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 01254 503088
Address:
Diocese Offices, Clayton House, Walker Office Business Park, Blackburn, BB1 2QE

Safeguarding officer;
Christine Ritson
M: 07922 092005