Safeguarding children and young people appendix E
Useful external contacts
ChildLine Childline is the free helpline for children and young people in the UK. Children and young people can call 0800 1111 to talk about any problem.
Child Sexual Exploitation A definition and guidance on what to do if you suspect CSE
gov.uk/government/publications/child-sexual-exploitation-definition-and-guide-for-practitioners
Female Genital Mutilation a definition and guidance on what to do if you suspect FGM
gov.uk/government/publications/multi-agency-statutory-guidance-on-female-genital-mutilation
Forced Marriage Advice on what to do if you suspect a forced marriage is likely to
occur or has occurred
Local Safeguarding Children’s Boards You can find your local board via your council
NSPCC The NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children) is the UK’s leading charity specialising in child protection and the prevention of cruelty to children. They run a helpline for professionals, parents and families
nspcc.org.uk/preventing-abuse/our-services/nspcc-helpline
PREVENT Prevent is short for ‘Preventing Violent Extremism’. The overall aim of Prevent is to stop people becoming terrorists or supporting violent extremism by raising awareness of the issues and supporting people who may be vulnerable.