SAFEGUARDING
At St Michael's we are committed to Promoting a Safer Church (House of Bishops 2017)
Promoting a safer environment and culture
Safely recruiting and supporting all who work with people at risk
Responding promptly to any safeguarding concern or allegation
Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse
Caring pastorally for those who the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse
Responding to those that may present a risk to other
Promoting a Safer Church
If you think that a child or vulnerable adult is at immediate risk then please call the police
If you would like to discuss safeguarding at St Michael's or need to report any concerns, you can contact:
David Yau, Church Safeguarding Officer - sg.smithchurch17@gmail.com
At St Michael's we have adopted the policies and procedures of the Diocese of Liverpool and the National Church Safeguarding Team.
You can access this through the link below
National Church Parish Safeguarding Handbook
Further information on safeguarding within the Church of England and the Diocese of Liverpool can be found by using the links below, including information about how to report abuse and find support
David Yau, Safeguarding Lead