Our parish of High Heaton, Newcastle: St Francis is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Newcastle’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO Helen Swann [email protected] 07487 842820 or the Diocesan Safeguarding Caseworkers Jill Thirlaway [email protected] 07738415238 or Lisa Wardlaw [email protected] 07825 167 016. 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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