Parish of St John Vianney, Halewood and Hunts Cross, Liverpool
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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. This implies a duty to value all people and therefore to support them and protect them from harm. We recognise the personal dignity and rights of vulnerable people towards whom the Church has a special responsibility.
In the Catholic Church this is demonstrated by the provision of carefully planned activities for children, young people and adults; supporting families under stress; caring for those hurt by abuse in the past; ministering to and managing those who have caused harm.
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 Department, or directly to the Police.
Archdiocesan Safeguarding Department:
St Margaret Clitherow Centre
Croxteth drive
Sefton Park
Liverpool
L17 1AA
0151 522 1043 or 0151 522 1103 (General Office)
Parish Safeguarding Representatives:
Chris Myles & Margaret Campbell0151 486 3992