Safeguarding

Our parish of Swimbridge: St James the Apostle with the Chapel of the Holy Name, Gunn 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 Exeter’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO.

Safeguarding Contacts - Diocese of Exeter (anglican.org)

Current PSO: The Rev. Cathy Scoffield, The Rectory, Liverton Drive, Swimbridge, Nr Barnstaple, Devon EX32 0PH
Tel.: 01271 830352 email: [email protected]

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO Revd Cathy Scoffield or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor.

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.

If you have a concern about the safety of someone or the actions of someone working with children or vulnerable adults, please speak to someone.