Our parish of Hawthorn is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We have adopted the National Safeguarding Standards, follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies, and also have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO), Dr Chris Carr.
Parish staff and officers are trained in safeguarding, and have completed DBS checks.
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact PSO Chris Carr: [email protected] / 07-426-461-628 or Diocesan Safeguarding officer Beth Miller: [email protected] / 07-968-634-075.
Our Diocese of Durham’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information, including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO.
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.