Safeguarding refers to actions and processes that protect the health, wellbeing and human rights of individuals, which allow people – especially children, young people and vulnerable adults – to live free from abuse, harm and neglect.

• If you are concerned about the welfare of a child or an adult at risk; contact your local social services safeguarding team.
• If you feel someone is in immediate danger, you should always dial 999.
• Seek support for domestic abuse.