Our parish of St Stephen's, Cinderford as part of the Benefice of Cinderford with Littledean is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Benefice Safeguarding Officer (BSO). Our Diocese of Gloucester’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our BSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the BSO [Linda Blagg, [email protected]] or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor [contact details available on their website: https://www.gloucester.anglican.org/about-us/safeguarding/]. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

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