SAFEGUARDING POLICY

The Parochial Church Council of Ulverston Parish Church formally adopts the House of Bishops ‘Promoting a Safer Church’ safeguarding policy statement and practice guidance.

Signed:  Anthony Muckelt, Church Warden, 31.03.19
Signed:  Helen Huck, Church Warden, 31.03.19

If you wish to report a safeguarding concern, or require further information about Safeguarding in this church please contact one of the following:

Parish Safeguarding Officer: Susie Barstow, mobile 07720 710995, safeguarding@ulverstonparishchurch.org

Diocesan Safeguarding OfficerJoanna Van Lachterop, mobile 07458 016884 , Safeguarding.adviser@carlislediocese.org.uk

Joanna works full-time for the diocese. If she is unavailable and you believe a child may be at immediate risk, you must contact Cumbria Children’s Services using the 24 hour number (0333 240 1727) or the police.

Church Wardens: John McKenzie, 07803 355393, churchwarden1@ulverstonparishchurch.org
Jill Shephard, 01229 580823, churchwarden2@ulverstonparishchurch.org

Rector: Rev Alan Bing, 01229 584331, rector@ulverstonparishchurch.org

 

Other sources of support

NSPCC for adults concerned about a child – 0808 800 5000

Childline for children and young people – 0800 1111

Action on Elder Abuse helpline – 0808 808 8141

24-hour National Domestic Violence helpline – 0808 2000 247

NAPAC offer support and advice to adult survivors of childhood abuse – 08088010331