Our parish of Chapel House 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 Newcastle’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 Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) at [email protected] (or @hnat.co.uk) or the Diocesan Safeguarding Team ( by email [email protected] or phone 0191 270 4105).

To report a Concern directly to the Diocesan Safeguarding Team you can use the link at the bottom of this box. (Queries will be answered during our working hours: Monday to Friday, from 8.30am to 3pm. )

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.

Read more in our Safeguarding Section