Our parish of Higham Ferrers: St Mary the Virgin is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Benefice Safeguarding Officer (BSO). Our Diocese of Peterborough’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our BSO.

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact either
our BSO Lyn Boxall 07715 707402 or the Peterborough Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor Victoria Kellett 01733 887040 [email protected]

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.