Safeguarding in the Benefice

IF YOU ARE CONCERNED that someone you know is at risk of, or is being abused, or presents a risk to others, please seek advice from a Safeguarding Adviser or if necessary report the matter to the Local Authority Social Care Services or the Police without delay.


Local contacts available to speak to if you have any concerns:

Benefice Safeguarding Officer
Linda Collingwood
01677 426057
safeguarding@bedale.church

Churchwardens

Bedale & Burrill
Phillip Witty
07891 537 082
cw.phillip@bedale.church
Thornton Watlass
Chris Carruthers
01677 423519
cjcskiwatlass@aol.com
Leeming
Elizabeth Prattt
01677 427117
dandepratt@hotmail.com

Diocesan Safeguarding Team
0113 353 0257
safeguarding@leeds.anglican.org


Local Authority Social Services:
Child and Adult Services 01609 780780

Read the Church of England’s Policy Statement

Visit the Diocese of Leeds Safeguarding page

Download a copy of the full Safeguarding Policy Statement Booklet