Welcome to Christ the King church, part of Birkenhead Priory Parish! Together we are on a journey with Jesus, discovering his transforming power in our lives and in the world as we serve Christ, show love and share faith in our community. We invite you to join us and find your own amazing journey of faith with Jesus.
In Birkenhead Priory Parish at Christ the King Church and the Priory Chapel 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
safeguarding officer.
Parish Safeguarding Officer: Laura Brough
Email: [email protected]
The Diocesan Safeguarding Team can be contacted
at [email protected] or on 01928 643442
Out of Hours Support
The Diocese of Chester partners with thirtyone:eight and you can access their Safeguarding
Helpline if the Diocesan Safeguarding Team is unavailable. Thirtyone:eight can be contacted
on 0303 003 1111.
This also includes any safeguarding queries outside of office hours on weekdays and
weekends. An Information Sharing Agreement between the two organisations will allow the
Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser to receive a copy of the advice thirtyone:eight may offer the
caller.
In the case of an emergency
If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and
your local authority Children or Adults Service.
Helplines
Child-line: 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours).
Parent Line: 0808 800 2222
National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours).
Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours).
Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 080 8808 8141 (freephone Monday to Friday 9-5pm)
