Information from the Devon & Torbay Safeguarding Children Boards.
As the parent or carer of someone under 18 years old you are responsible for safeguarding and protecting them.
These pages will help you to understand what ‘safeguarding’ is, who is responsible for keeping children safe and what will happen if your family needs professional help.
If you have a serious concern about a child or family, call the Devon Safeguarding Hub now on 0345 155 1071 or for Torbay call 01803 208100
Or email mashsecure@devon.gcsx.gov.uk or torbay.safeguardinghub@torbay.gcsx.gov.uk
More information can be found on their website:
http://www.devonsafeguardingchildren.org/parents-carers/
Operation Encompass
Operation Encompass is the reporting to schools, when a child or young person has been exposed to, or involved in, any domestic incident - usually by the Police.