Safeguarding

"The Parish of Penrith is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Carlisle’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO Margaret Irving tel: 07900 464941 or on email [email protected] or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor Joanna Van Lachertop, on email: [email protected] or tel: 07458 016884. . If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services."