‘We are intent upon establishing a healthier culture and safer churches in Chester Diocese and most of all, upon being more Christ-like in how we respond to victims and survivors and to those who are vulnerable. Safeguarding really is at the heart of what it means to be church and at the heart of our mission.’

The churches of Marbury, Tushingham and Whitewell wholeheartedly agree with the statement above and we are working together to improve every area of safeguarding among our parishes.
Our intention is to develop our understanding in this area that we may become the church we need to be in this age, conscious of the needs of many and a place of safety and trust.

We appreciate we have some work to do, and in remembering past mistakes the Church of England has made we will not forget them but learn from them.

We work hard to maintain a safe environment for all.
We are committed to implementing the House of Bishops’ safeguarding policies and good
practice guidance.
If you have any concerns or enquiries regarding safeguarding, please contact our
safeguarding officer.
Parish Safeguarding Officer: [Name]
Email: [Generic PSO email address]
Phone (optional):
The Diocesan Safeguarding Team can be contacted
at safeguarding@chester.anglican.org or on 01928 643442
Out of Hours Support
The Diocese of Chester partners with thirtyone:eight and you can access their Safeguarding
Helpline if the Diocesan Safeguarding Team is unavailable. Thirtyone:eight can be contacted
on 0303 003 1111.
This also includes any safeguarding queries outside of office hours on weekdays and
weekends. An Information Sharing Agreement between the two organisations will allow the
Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser to receive a copy of the advice thirtyone:eight may offer the
caller.
In the case of an emergency
 If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and
your local authority Children or Adults Service.
Helplines
 Child-line: 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours).
 Parent Line: 0808 800 2222
 National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours).
 Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours).
 Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 080 8808 8141 (freephone Monday to Friday 9-5pm)

Reverend Veronica Green