Information for Children and Young People

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

This section of our web site will:

• Explain what happens at a Child Protection Conference
• 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 is also some information about people that can help you with things that might be worrying you and also some '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.

If you think you need more than the general information that is available on this site because 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 First Response Team Tel: 01983 814374 Office Hours Mon – Fri

Emergency Duty Service

Tel: 01983 821105 Out of office hours

If you are worried about child abuse, you can find more information on our Are you worried? page.

In an emergency, always ring 999!