Safeguarding
At St Mary's we are committed to the safety of all our members and take Safeguarding seriously. The welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults is of paramount importance to us and we aim to do everything that we can to provide a safe and caring environment whilst they attend Services and activities.
Our Safeguarding contact is Mel Sutcliffe. If you have any concerns about the possible abuse of a child, young person or vulnerable adult, please contact Mel - details in our Contacts. Our full safeguaring policy is available by clicking here.
You can also contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer, current contact details to be found at www.cofesuffolk.org/promoting-a-safer-church
You can also contact the following organisations who offer excellent confidential support for those with concerns regarding abuse:
The Lucy Faithfull Foundation: 0800 1000 900
Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre: 0370 496 7622
Woman’s Aid and Refuge Crisis National Helpline: 0808 2000 247