Safeguarding Officer for Vulnerable adults & Child Protection Officer  

Mrs Marylyn Bacon Tel: 01797 270 300

The parish of Ebony: St Mary the Virgin 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(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Canterbury’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services."

Police (24 hours) 101

Social Services (out of Hours) 03000 41 91 91

Kent Children's Services 03000 41 11 11

Kent Adult Services 03000 41 61 61

Stop it Now Helpline 0808 1000 900

Childline 0800 11 11

Action on Elder Abuse Helpline 080 8808 8141

National Domestic Violence Helpline 0844 804 4999