Children in danger

If a child is in immediate danger, report it to the Police.

If you see or hear something that makes you think a child is being abused, report it to us.

You may be worried about domestic abuse in the home of a child.

If a child is in immediate danger

  • Police emergency number
  • Phone 999

Child abuse

Report it

Report if you see or hear something that makes you think a child is being abused.

  • Report child abuse
  • Phone 01484 456848
  • Out of hours
  • Phone 999

After you have rung

We will begin an enquiry immediately and ensure that your concerns are dealt with quickly.

If our assessment finds that a child is being abused we will work together with the family and other childcare agencies to ensure that the child can be protected from harm.

Information and advice

Domestic violence

Report it, information and advice

Other concerns about a child

Other issues may not be dealt with by the council. For example, if you are in dispute about contact with a child relative you need to contact a family lawyer.

We've provided links to information and advice about a wide range of subjects which you may be concerned about, from bullying to crime, drugs and alcohol. Many of the organisations which offer advice also offer support services and helplines to report issues to.

Behaviour and health

Crime and staying safe

Report it

If you think a crime has been committed:

  • The Police
  • Phone 101
  • National Stalking Helpline
  • Phone 0808 802 0300

Information and advice

Housing and being homeless

Parenting

Other concerns

Report it

If you think a crime has been committed:

  • NSPCC helpline
  • Phone 0808 800 5000

Information and advice

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