Safeguarding
The parish of Balsall Common: St Peter is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO).
Our Policy
We have formally adopted the House of Bishops' "Promoting a Safer Church" policy. You can read our specific parish policy statement below:
Download St Peter's Safeguarding Policy (PDF)
Report a Concern
If you have information about a safeguarding situation where a child or adult is in immediate danger, dial 999 and ask for the Police.
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 or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor.
Parish Safeguarding Officer (St Peter's)
Name: Alison Bennett
Phone: 07799 418601
Email: [email protected]
Bishop's Safeguarding Adviser (Birmingham)
Name: Steph Haynes
Mobile (24hr): 07342 993 844
Office: 0121 426 0407
Email: [email protected]
For non-emergency concerns, you can also use the Online Referral Form.
Essential Links
- Church of England Birmingham Safeguarding Page
- Promoting a Safer Church (National Policy)
- Solihull Social Services (Adults): 0121 704 8000
- Solihull Social Services (Children): 0121 788 4300