Safeguarding

The parish of Westhide is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Benefice Safeguarding Officer Ruth Hewison - 01432 850074

The Diocese of Hereford’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) Mandy McPhee who advises our PSOs.

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor Carl Steventon on 07593 817717

If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services

Please see below for useful contact numbers:

Herefordshire Council Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub:

Children – 01432 260800 Adult – 01432 260715 (week day office hours)

Emergency Duty Team – 0330 123 9309 (after 5 pm, weekends and Public Holiday)

NSPCC: 0808 800 5000

Child line (help line for children): 0800 11 11

National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247

Action on Elder Abuse: 0808 808 8141