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St Lawrence Church, Eastcote, Safeguarding
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Safeguarding Officer
Any safeguarding concerns, or issues, should be reported to our Safeguarding Officer, Silje Ommundsen.
Tel: 07522 468 764
Email: safeguarding@stlawrenceeastcote.org.uk
Safeguarding concerns or issues can also be reported to the Deputy Churchwardens, Parish Office or Father John.​
If you have immediate concerns about someone’s safety, please contact the police -
phone 999 NOW!
Diocese of London Safeguarding Team
Tel: 020 7932 1224
Email: safeguarding@london.anglican.org​
Website: https://www.london.anglican.org/church-and-parish-support/safeguarding/
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Out of Hours Safeguarding - Thirtyone:eight helpline
This Christian safeguarding charity runs a free 24 hour helpline, staffed by trained professionals who provide safeguarding advice and guidance, and operate an out of hours service for urgent calls.
Tel: 0303 003 1111 (Free and open 24 hours)
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Other helpful safeguarding contact information​
Tel: 01895 556633 (Various Office hours)
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For non-emergency enquiries. If you have a hearing or speech impairment, use their textphone service on 18001 101.
Tel: 101 (Free and open 24 hours)
Policies
St Lawrence Church Safeguarding policy
Latest Update July 2021
The Church of England’s Safeguarding Policy for children, young people and adults.
Further support
If you would like further support, there are a number of different local and national organisations who can provide advice and guidance:
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Provides support and advice for older people
Tel: 0800 678 1602 (Free and open 8am-7pm every day)
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Helpline for those 18 years or younger
Tel: 0800 1111 (Free and open 24 hours)
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Family Lives provides targeted early intervention and crisis support to families. Their free confidential helpline gives emotional support, information, advice and guidance on any aspect of parenting and family life
Tel: 0808 800 2222 (Free and open Monday to Friday 9am-9pm; Weekends 10am-3pm)
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National Helpline for LGBT+ Victims and Survivors of Abuse and Violence
Tel: 0800 999 5428 (Free and open Monday to Thursday 10:00am - 8:30pm; Friday 10:00am - 4:30pm)
Email: help@galop.org.uk
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Free national helpline for male victims of domestic abuse (open weekdays 10am to 4pm)
Tel: 0808 800 1170 (Free and will not show on your bills) / 01823 334244 (for those with inclusive minutes)
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The National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC) supports recovery from childhood abuse
Tel: 0808 801 0331 (Free, confidential support line open 10am-9pm Monday to Thursday; 10am to 6pm Friday)
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24/7 Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Line
Tel: 0808 500 2222 (Free and open 24 hours a day, every day of the year)
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The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) provides advice on child protection across a range of sectors
Tel: 0808 800 5000 (Currently open 11am–6pm Monday to Friday)
Email: help@NSPCC.org.uk
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Refuge National Domestic Abuse Helpline
For women and children experiencing domestic violence and abuse
Tel: 0808 2000 247 (Free and open 24 hours)
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The Helpline for male victims of domestic abuse
Tel: 0808 801 0327 (Free and open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm)
Email: info@mensadviceline.org.uk
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A free and independent support service, providing a confidential, personal and safe space for anyone who has been abused by someone in the Church or as a result of their relationship with the Church of England, the Catholic Church in England and Wales or the Church in Wales
Tel: 0300 303 1056 (Monday to Friday: 9am-9pm; Saturday: 9am-1pm; Sunday: 1pm-5pm)
Email: SafeSpaces@FirstLight.org.uk
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For those who are struggling to cope, or having suicidal thoughts
Tel: 116 123 (Free and open 24 hours)
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For older people suffering abuse or neglect
Tel: 0800 4 70 80 90 (Free and open 24 hours)
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Stop It Now is a project of the Lucy Faithfull Foundation. They are for anyone with concerns about child sexual abuse and its prevention, and provide a confidential helpline.
Tel: 0808 1000 900 (Free and open Mondays to Thursday 9am-9pm; Fridays 9am-5pm; closed at weekends; limited opening times on Bank holidays, please see social media page for updates on opening hours.
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Supports those who are LGBTQ+
Tel: 0800 0119 100 (Free and open 10am-10pm every day)
Email: hello@switchboard.lgbt