Safeguarding & Governance
St George’s Parish takes its duty and obligation to protect all extremely seriously. We have adopted the national Church of England’s robust procedures and guidelines. This is in line with the House of Bishops' Promoting a Safer Church: Safeguarding Policy statement.
You can find out more about the national policies and procedures at www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding
If you are concerned someone you know is at risk of, or is being abused, or presents a risk to others, please seek advice from a Safeguarding Adviser or if necessary report the matter to the Local Authority Social Care Services or the Police without delay.
Local contacts available to speak to if you have any concerns:
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Safeguarding Officer for St George’s
Mrs Rachel Green
01452 550554
safeguarding@stgeorgesbrockworth.org
Vicar of St George’s
Rev’d Mike Smith
01452 550554
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Diocesan Contacts:
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Diocesan and Cathedral Safeguarding Advisor Leading on Casework (Monday to Thursday)
Brett Riches
01452 835516 (in office hours) / 07944 680320 (out of hours)*
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Assistant Diocesan and Cathedral Safeguarding Advisor
Melanie Biscoe
01452 835516 / 07944 680320 (out of hours)*
safeguarding@glosdioc.org.uk
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*Out of hours cover on weekends is provided by thirtyone:eight – 0303 003 1111
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Further information about safeguarding arrangements in the Diocese of Gloucester is available at https://www.gloucester.anglican.org/about-us/safeguarding/
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IF THERE IS IMMEDIATE RISK OR DANGER PLEASE CONTACT THE POLICE ON 999
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Safeguarding Statement
Safeguarding Policy