Our parish of Flixton St John 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). Our Diocese of Manchester’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO, Andrea Lester ( via the vicar, Rev Debra Blair, on 07845 820 921) or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor, Abbey Clephane-Wilson (tel. 0161 828 1400, or out-of-hours use 0303 003 111). 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.

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