Where a person is in imminent danger of harm, or a criminal act may have been committed, the Police must be notified immediately on 999.

Church Safeguarding Co-ordinator:
David Croall
Email: [email protected]

Deputy Church Safeguarding Co-ordinator:
Elizabeth Fleming
Email: [email protected]

Synod Safeguarding Officer:
Yvette Robinson
Tel: 07827 390299
Email: [email protected]

URC Safeguarding Office (This should only be used if you are unable to contact your Synod Safeguarding Office)
Tel: 020 7520 2729
Email: [email protected]

Local statutory services, Children:
Lancashire County Council
Tel: 0300 123 6720 (out of hours 0300 123 6722)

Local statutory services, Adults:
Lancashire County Council
Tel: 0300 123 6720 (out of hours 0300 123 6722)

Childline – 0800 1111
ChildLine is a counselling service for children and young people. If you are an adult and are worried about a child, please contact the NSPCC Helpline.

NSPCC: Tel – 0808 800 5000
The NSPCC is inspired by a belief that we can make a difference for all children. That’s why we aim to end cruelty to children in the UK.

Hour Glass: Tel – 0808 808 8141
UK Charity addressing elder abuse within people’s own homes (whether by family, friends or paid staff), within sheltered housing, and within care homes and hospitals.

StopItNow! Tel – 0808 100 0900
Help for anyone who wants to prevent abuse-including if you are worried about your own actions.

Women’s Aid: Tel – 0808 2000 247
Free phone 24 hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline