The Church of England serving God's people in the North Pennines
SAFEGUARDING
We are committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults, to the care and nurture of everyone who is involved in the life of our church families, and to promoting the wellbeing of everyone in the wider communities which we serve.
We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies. Our Safeguarding Policy is available here,
The diocesan safeguarding pages contain vital links and information.
You can find the Church of England policy Promoting a Safer Churchhere
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser (see below). If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
Our Parish Safeguarding Officer is Karen Morsman.
If you have any Safeguarding concerns, please contact her on 07930 433407
or by email.
Alternatively, you're welcome to contact the Vicar, Mark Nash-Williams on 01434 382558 or by email.
The Diocesan Safeguarding Caseworker, who advises our Parish Safeguarding Officer, is Jill Thirlaway. You can contact her on 07738 415238 or by email