The Parish operates in accordance with Statutory Safeguarding Guidance and the National and Archdiocese policies & procedures at all times. Our Parish Safeguarding Representative is Sue McGarry. She can be contacted at: sg.stjoseph.thame@rcaob.org.uk or alternatively the Diocesan Safeguarding team can be contacted on 0121 230 6240 or safeguarding@rcaob.org.uk if you have any concern.

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Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service for anyone who has experienced abuse in relation to the Church of England, the Church in Wales or the Catholic Church of England and Wales. This could be abuse by someone who holds any role at the church or is linked to participating in a church-led activity or group.

If you have been affected, however long ago, Safe Spaces can provide you with support. You do not have to have told the police or the church authorities, and you do not have to still be involved with the church. Your information will not be shared without your consent unless you or someone else is in immediate danger.

The Safe Space team is avaliable through its helpline and live chat services between 9am-9pm Mon/Fri, 9am-1pm Sat, and 1pm-5pm Sun.

Tel: 0300 303 1056

Email: safespaces@firstlight.org.uk

Website can be found here.

 

Useful Websites:

- Archdiocese Safeguarding

- The Isaiah Journey