Keeping everyone safe

Beccles Parish recognises that the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults is paramount. We have a duty of care when they are in our charge, and we will do everything we can to provide a safe and caring environment while they attend our activities.

We are committed to implementing the safeguarding policies and procedures of the Church of England and the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich, as well as the relevant statutory legislation and guidance for the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Reporting a concern

If you have a safeguarding concern, suspicion or allegation, please speak to one of the following without delay —

Serena Emberley Parish Safeguarding Officer

Tel: 07947 217868

If your concern relates to the safeguarding officer, or you feel unable to speak with her, please contact the Rector —

Revd Dimitri Theulings Rector

Email: rector@becclesparish.org.uk Tel: 07985 320320

Alternatively, please contact —

Karen Galloway Diocesan Safeguarding officer

Tel: 07785 621319 (9am-5pm Monday to Friday)

Bishop’s office Tel: 01473 252829

If someone is in immediate danger

If you have information about a safeguarding situation whereby a child or adult is in immediate danger, call the emergency services on 999. **Do not delay.**

To make a referral to Suffolk County Council (Customer First) call 0808 800 4005 and/or the police service on 101.

Policies and further information

Our Parish Safeguarding Policy is reviewed annually by the Parish Church Council (PCC). The latest version of the policy can be downloaded here:

Parish Safeguarding Policy

Further information — including how to report concerns to the Diocese and access safeguarding support, resources and training — can be found on the Diocesan safeguarding pages.