Information for Children and Young People

We believe that every child or young person should be able to grow up free from the fear of abuse or neglect.

This section of our web site

• Explains what child abuse is
• Helps you to understand what happens when a child or young person tells someone about being abused (see the Child Protection page).
• Has pages about some things that may be worrying you, like bullying and safe surfing, with links to more information on other web sites

There are also 'phone numbers and contact details for people who can help (local and national organisations that offer support to children and families on a wide range of issues) and links to web sites you may find useful.

You may be visiting this site just for general information. However, if you or anyone you know who is under 19 is being abused or neglected, please pick up the ‘phone and ring the following:

Children's Services Referral Team

Tel: 01793 466903 Mon – Thurs 8.30am – 4.30pm and Fridays 8.30am – 4.00pm

Emergency Duty Service

Tel: 01793 436699 Out of office hours

If you are worried about child abuse, you can find more information on our What to do . . . page.

In an emergency, always ring 999!