Safeguarding
​Parish Safeguarding Representative
Emma Cull - email stalban.safeguarding@northamptondiocese.org​
Every human being has a value and dignity which we as Catholics acknowledge as coming directly from God's creation of male and female in his own image and likeness. We believe therefore that all people should be valued, supported, and protected from harm and have a
zero-tolerance approach to all abuse, recognising the possible escalation of low-level concerns into more serious incidents if not addressed.
Our parish is committed to the policy of the Catholic Church in England and Wales to report to the statutory authorities all allegations of abuse made against those working in the name of the Church, regardless of whether the allegations or concerns relate to a person's
behaviour in relation to their role within the Church or another setting.
It is also the policy to report to statutory authorities where a child or an adult is at immediate risk of harm, or there is concern that a child is suffering or is likely to be suffering fromsignificant harm, from somebody who does not hold a role within the Church.
Further information in relation to National Safeguarding Policies and Practice Guidance, established by the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency, which the Northampton Diocese adheres to, as part of the 'One Church Approach' to safeguarding can be located using
https://catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/resources/national-safeguarding-policy/
In addition, the Diocese and our parish is committed to achieving compliance with the National Safeguarding Standards for the safeguarding and protection of children, and adultswho may be vulnerable or at risk and can be accessed using
https://catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/resources/the-eight-national-safeguarding-standards/
​​If you are concerned about the welfare of a child or adult at risk, do not delay in contacting the police, using 999 if a child or adult is believed to be in immediate danger.
It is the policy of the Catholic Church in England and Wales to report all allegations of abuse to statutory authorities, regardless of whether the abuse occurred recently or in the past, or whether the accused person is living or deceased.
If you are in any role within the Catholic Church in England and Wales, you must refer allegations directly to the safeguarding office for your diocese or religious congregation, or directly to the Police. Contact the Parish Safeguarding Representative or Parish Priest if you require advice or support.
If you are a member of the public, please refer allegations directly to the police and also to the safeguarding office, details here.
You can also contact The Catholic Standards Agency (CSSA) by telephoning 0207 901 1920 or email admin@catholicsafeguarding.org.uk
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