Safeguarding

We have a duty of care to all people who are part of our church community regardless of age, ability, status, gender and ethnicity who may be at risk of harm. Everyone connected with the life of St. James’ Church has a role in promoting a safer Church for all.

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For further safeguarding information please see our policy statement:​

• St. James Safeguarding Policy

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Additional resources are available from the following external links:

• ​Church of England Safeguarding

  • Promoting a Safer Church, House of Bishops policy statement (2017)​

  • Safer Environments for Churches

• Diocese of Winchester Safeguarding

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Who to contact:

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If you have a safeguarding issue or enquiry please contact the St. James' Safeguarding Officer on safeguardingofficer@stjamespokesdown.co.uk who will deal with your issue confidentially.

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Jackie Rowlands is the Diocesan Safeguarding Manager who can be contacted on Jackie.Rowlands@winchester.anglican.org

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