Our parish of Newchurch-in-Pendle: St Mary is 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 Officer (PSO)., Janet Bull,
07415 340433Our Diocese of Blackburn’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO: the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser is Cath Smith, M: 07711 485170 E: [email protected], https://www.blackburn.anglican.org/safeguarding
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO, details below. 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.

Safeguarding Officer
Hello, my name is Janet Bull: I am the new Safeguarding Officer for St Mary’s Church. I live in the village of Newchurch and have been part St Mary's Church since I moved into the village 9 years ago with my husband Douglas, who is one of the Church Wardens. I grew up in the area, living on a farm on Noggarth road.
I have previous experience of safeguarding with my role as District Nurse for the past 40 years, retiring recently.
I enjoy walking, motorhome holidays, helping out on the family farm and looking after my grandchildren.
I am looking forward to being safeguarding officer and being more involved with the church.
My contact mobile is: 07415 340433

Cath Smith, M: M:07711 485170 E: [email protected],