St Andrew’s Church takes its duty and obligation to protect all extremely seriously. We are committed to implementing the House of Bishops' safeguarding policies and good practice guidance. You can find out more about the national policies and procedures at www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding.

If you have any safeguarding concerns or issues of a safeguarding matter then you may contact the Parish Safeguarding Officer on email ([email protected]). The Diocesan Safeguarding Team in the Diocese of Chester ([email protected]/ 01928 718834 option 4) is available Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm.

Out of hours support

The Diocese of Chester partners with Thirtyone:eight and you can access their Safeguarding Helpline if the Diocesan Safeguarding Team is unavailable – this also includes any safeguarding queries outside of office hours on weekdays and weekends. Thirtyone:eight can be contacted on 0303 003 1111.

In an emergency (especially if someone is in immediate danger or harm) you should always call 999 and ask for the police. You can also contact your local authority Children or Adults Service.

Helplines

Safe Spaces England and Wales - Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service, providing a confidential, personal and safe space for anyone who has been abused by someone in the Church or as a result of their relationship with the Church of England, the Catholic Church in England and Wales or the Church in Wales. The helpline number is 0300 303 1056 or email [email protected]. This service is available Mon-Fri, 9am-9pm; Sat, 9am-1pm; Sun, 1pm-5pm.

NSPCC – 0808 800 5000
Child-line – 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours)
Parent Line – 0808 800 2222
National Domestic Violence Helpline – 0808 200 0247 (lines free and open 24 hours)
Samaritans – 116 123 (open 24 hours)
Action on Elder Abuse Helpline – 0808 808 8141 (freephone Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)
Stop It Now – 0808 100 0900
NAPAC – 0808 801 0331
Family Lives – 0808 800 2222

You can find out about how safeguarding works in our local setting by visiting our website. If you have any questions, please contact our Safeguarding Officer. You can also find useful contact information at www.chester.anglican.org/social-responsibility/safeguarding

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