SAFEGUARDING
Safeguarding at St Michael and All Angels
The Parish of St Michael and All Angels, Hereford, is committed to the Safeguarding policies of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, to protect children and vulnerable adults from neglect, physical, emotional and sexual abuse and to promote a safe environment for them.
This commitment flows from the fact that we are all made in the image of God and the Church's common belief in the dignity and uniqueness of every human life. We start from the principle that each child has a right to expect the highest level of care and protection, love, encouragement and respect that we can give.
Quick guide to responding to allegations of abuse or concerns about children and adults at risk - download here
SAFEGUARDING
The parish safeguarding representative is: Gabrielle Stanley. Any safeguarding concerns should be addressed to her. We take all concerns seriously and have processes in place to best handle them. We will liaise closely with statutory agencies to ensure that any allegations of abuse are promptly reported and properly dealt with, victims supported and perpetrators held to account.
CSSA
The CSSA has been established to advise on
and audit the work of the Catholic Church in
England and Wales as it develops the highest
calibre regime of safeguarding.
Religious Life Safeguarding Service
The Religious Life Safeguarding Service (RLSS) is an independent team of safeguarding professionals offering safeguarding services to the Religious of the Catholic Church in England and Wales.
Safe Spaces
Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service, providing a confidential, personal and safe space for anyone who has been abused by someone in the Church or as a result of their relationship with the Church of England, the Catholic Church in England and Wales or the Church in Wales.
PARISH HOTLINE: 07939 472059
Email our Safeguarding Representative
Additional Safeguarding Information
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Cardinal Vincent Nicholls - Published document on Safeguarding within the Catholic Church.
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Have you or someone you know experienced abuse within the Catholic Church? If so, then this is our committment to you
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The Catholic Church speaking our against Domestic Violence
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A leaflet which outlines agreed procedures and the steps necessary, when allegations have been made against a person in a position of trust.