Safeguarding

At St Mary's we work hard to maintain a safe environment for all. We are committed to implementing the House of Bishops’ safeguarding policies and good practice guidance. If you have any concerns or enquiries regarding safeguarding, please contact our interim safeguarding officer.

Parish Safeguarding Officer – Angela Riddler 

Phone: 07966233432 

Email: [email protected]

The Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser is Joanna Van Lachterop. She can be contacted on 07458 016884 [email protected]

If you believe a child to be at immediate risk you must contact Cumbria Children’s Services 0333 240 1727 or the Police.

Urgent concerns about vulnerable adults should be referred to your local District Adult Social Care office 0300 303 2704 or, out of normal office hours, the Emergency Duty Team 01228 526690, or the Police.