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 Officer: Joanna 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