Safeguarding

Thornbury Town Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk.

The Council recognises its responsibility to provide a safe environment for all those who engage with its services, activities and facilities, including councillors, staff and volunteers.

Our Commitment

We will:

  • Promote the welfare and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.
  • Take all safeguarding concerns seriously.
  • Ensure councillors, staff and volunteers understand their safeguarding responsibilities.
  • Work with relevant agencies where safeguarding concerns are identified.
  • Maintain and regularly review our safeguarding policies and procedures.

Any safeguarding concern reported to the Council will be treated seriously and handled appropriately in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy (available below)

Reporting a Concern

If you believe that a child, young person or adult is at immediate risk of harm, contact the Police on 999.

For non-emergency safeguarding concerns, please contact:


South Gloucestershire Children's Services:

Telephone: 01454 866000
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9.00am to 5.00pm; Friday, 9.00am to 4.30pm

Out of Hours / Weekend Emergency Duty Team: 01454 615165


South Gloucestershire Adult Social Care

Telephone: 01454 866007
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm

Out of Hours / Weekend Emergency Duty Team: 01454 615165


Thornbury Town Council Safeguarding Contact

Designated Safeguarding Officer: Deputy Clerk

Opening hours: Monday to Thursday, 9.00am to 5.00pm; Friday, 9.00am to 4.00pm

Telephone: 01454 412103

Email: info@thornburytowncouncil.gov.uk

Address:
                    The Town Hall
                    35 High Street
                    Thornbury
                    Bristol
                    BS35 2AR

Policies

The following documents are available to download click here:

  • Safeguarding Policy
  • Code of Conduct for Councillors and Staff
  • Whistleblowing Policy

Thornbury Town Council Safeguarding Policy

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