Everyone has the right to live in safety, free from abuse and
neglect.
If you have any concerns about the welfare or safety of a child
or young person, you must report it. It is better to raise your
concerns so they can be investigated, rather than failing to tell
anyone and a child or young person possibly being exposed to
further risk of harm.
In an emergency, always call 999.

To report your concerns when it’s not an emergency, call us on
0800 40 50 40 or text us on
61016.
You can also call your local police on 101,
visit your nearest police station or speak to a police officer or
police community support officer in person.
Please be ready to give as many details as you can,
including:
- The name of the child or young person you
are calling about
- Where they live or go to school
- Why you have concerns about them
You can also report any concerns to your local council’s
children’s services department. You will be able to find contact
details on your council’s website.
Find your local
council.