We have adopted the Church of England's national safeguarding policy, and go on working to make sure it is implemented. Here is a link to the National Policy, and one to the National Safeguarding Team’s webpage.
The care and protection of children, young people and adults involved in Church activities is the responsibility of everyone who participates in the life of the Church.
If You Are Concerned
that someone you know is at risk of, or is being abused, or presents a risk to others, please seek advice from a Safeguarding Adviser or if necessary report the matter to the Local Authority Social Care Services or the Police without delay.
Local contacts available to speak to if you have any concerns:
If there is immediate risk or danger please contact the police on 101
We are currently seeking to appoint a new Parish Safeguarding Officer
Tel: 015394 44176 (Church Office)
The Revd James Richards – Rector
Tel: 015394 43063 (Rectory) or via Church Office
E-mail the Rector
Mr Mike Fletcher – Churchwarden
Tel: 015394 44176 (Church Office)
Joanna Van Lachterop - Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser
Tel: 07458 016884
E-mail: safeguarding.adviser@carlislediocese.org.uk
Local Authority Social Services:
Concerned about a child - 0333 373 2724 (Westmorland and Furness Safeguarding Hub)
Concerned about an adult – 0300 303 2704 (Out of hours 01228 526690)
Helplines
NSPCC: 08088005000
Childline: 0800 1111
Stop It Now: 0808 1000 900
NAPAC: 08088010331
Samaritans: 116 123
Family Lives: 08088002222
National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247
Action On Elder Abuse: 080 8808 8141