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  1. FAQs

Safeguarding

All Church activity should provide a safe environment which promotes and supports the wellbeing of everyone and protects them from harm. 

The Catholic Church in England and Wales has a single approach to Safeguarding.  The Archdiocese of Birmingham follows the National Safeguarding policy provided by the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency; safeguarding in the Archdiocese is overseen by the Safeguarding Trustee Sub-committee (details on the Sub Committee can be found below in FAQs).

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Are you or someone you know troubled by Abuse?

The Safeguarding Team (contact)

Updates on Safeguarding in the Diocese

IICSA and the Archdiocese

FAQS

Are you or someone you know troubled by Abuse?

We are here to help.

The Archdiocese of Birmingham Safeguarding Team is available on:
0121 230 6240 or by email on: [email protected]

Our staff will do all they can to listen to you and support you to find the help you need. You can speak to them without giving your personal details.

If you have been abused in childhood the prospect of speaking out now may be frightening.
You may feel that:
• Your concerns would not be taken seriously
• You are afraid that you may not be believed
• You feel that it may cause problems for your family
• You feel ashamed
• You are afraid you will be blamed
• You feel that it may damage your relationships in the Church

You are not to blame for what happened to you. You will be listened to and your concerns will be taken seriously and acted upon as necessary.

The Safeguarding Team

Head of Safeguarding - Alan Hassall
Safeguarding Advisor - Sarah Fullard
Safeguarding Advisor - Beverley Lewis
Safeguarding Advisor - Georgina McCaugherty
Administration Support Officer - Jackie Crawford
Administration Support Officer - Angela Arkley

Contact

Cathedral House
St Chad’s Queensway
Birmingham
B4 6EX
Tel: 0121 230 6240
Fax: 0121 236 2699

Email: [email protected]

The Safeguarding Team is available to provide advice, support whenever it is needed. 

Updates on Safeguarding in the Diocese

Updates on safeguarding in the Diocese:

Safeguarding News Page 

Safeguarding Privacy Notice

IICSA and the Archdiocese

Information on IICSA and the Archdiocese:

Archdiocese involvement in IICSA

FAQs

What Should I Do if I think a Child or Adult in Vulnerable circumstances is at risk or being abused?

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If a Child or Adult in vulnerable circumstances is in immediate danger you must contact the Police.

If you have other concerns and there is no immediate danger, please contact the Safeguarding Team on 0121 230 6240.

Published: 23rd March, 2018

Updated: 22nd October, 2021

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What is the Safeguarding Trustee Sub-Committee?

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Our work is overseen by a Safeguarding Trustee Sub-Committee which includes representatives from various organisations both Statutory and Voluntary, as well as those with roles in the Church.

The Chair is Professor Deirdre Kelly. 

Members

Professor Deirdre Kelly - Chair / Lead Safeguarding Trustee

Elisabeth Fisher - Vice Chair

Bishop Stephen Wright

Canon Richard Walker - Vicar General

Angela Randle - Parish Safeguarding Representative

Sr Teresa Billington - Religious

Graham Tilby – Birmingham Children’s Trust

Janet Tibbits - Kenelm Youth Trust (KYT)

Published: 27th March, 2018

Updated: 22nd October, 2021

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What training is available?

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All Parish Safeguarding Representatives have initial training in their role. We also offer advice workshops/ training for groups and parishes if they are requested - if your parish or group would like training please let us know and we will try to meet your needs.

In addition to this there is online training available, in the form of EduCare. If you have a role working with children, young people or adults who may be vulnerable, or if you are a parent who wants to understand on-line safety read the e-learning safeguarding brochure. This explains what training is available via e-learning and how to access any training that interests you.

This e-learning package is part of the Church’s commitment to safeguarding, recognising we all have a role to play in creating a safe environment.

Download now

If you are interested please contact the Safeguarding Team on [email protected]

Published: 27th March, 2018

Updated: 22nd October, 2021

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What is the Safer Recruitment process?

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The Safeguarding Team are responsible for the safe recruitment of volunteers in the Archdiocese. 

This system is largely managed by Parish Safeguarding Representatives who will provide the necessary forms for those who take responsibility for or who have significant regular contact with children or vulnerable adults. 

The forms are available on the Diocesan Intranet

Any enquiries about the recruitment process of the Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure system should be addressed to the office on 0121 230 6240.

Published: 27th March, 2018

Updated: 22nd October, 2021

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What are the policies and procedures for safeguarding in the Archdiocese of Birmingham?

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The Archdiocese of Birmingham follows the ‘one church’ approach to safeguarding as set out nationally. The CSSA procedures manual details the national procedures.

The Safeguarding Team is responsible for the implementation and management of these Safeguarding policies and procedures throughout the Archdiocese.

For queries in relation to this please contact the team directly on 0121 230 6240.

Published: 27th March, 2018

Updated: 16th February, 2022

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Resources and Links

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CSSA- Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency

DBS - Disclosure and Barring Service
 
IICSA - Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse

NAPAC - National Association for People Abused in Childhood

For survivors of abuse

Safe Spaces 

Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service, providing a confidential, personal and safe space for anyone who has been abused through their relationship with either the Catholic Church in England and Wales or the Church of England. It is run by Victim Support.

The team are available through their helpline and live chat service between Monday–Saturday 10am-6pm, apart from Thursdays when the service is open 12-8pm.

Safe Spaces team can be contacted on:

Phone: 0300 303 1056

Email: [email protected] 

Safe Spaces England and Wales

Survivors Trust

The Survivors Trust is the largest umbrella agency for specialist rape and sexual abuse services in the UK 

The Survivors Trust 
The Truth Project, which concluded in October 2021, gave more than 6,000 victims and survivors of child sexual abuse an opportunity to share their experiences with IICSA and put forward suggestions for change.

The Truth Project

Stop it Now

A confidential helpline, live chat and secure messaging service for anyone with concerns about child sexual abuse and its prevention – whether they’re worried about their own thoughts, feelings and behaviour, or about another adult or young person.
Stop it Now

Published: 26th April, 2018

Updated: 18th March, 2022

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