Safeguarding Policy

If you are concerned about the welfare of a child or adult at risk, do not delay in contacting the police, using 999 if a child or adult is believed to be in immediate danger.

It is the policy of the Catholic Church in England and Wales to report all allegations of abuse to statutory authorities, regardless of whether the abuse occurred recently or in the past, or whether the accused person is living or deceased.

If you are in any role within the Catholic Church in England and Wales, you must refer allegations directly to the safeguarding office for your diocese or religious congregation, or directly to the Police.

If you are a member of the public, please refer allegations directly to the police and also to the safeguarding office in your diocese. You can contact the Archdiocese of Southwark Safeguarding Office by telephoning 0207 261 1606 or via email at safeguardingoffice@rcaos.org.uk

To download more information on the Archdiocese of Southwark Safeguarding policy and procedures, click here.

Parish Safeguarding Representatives

Emman Cannon - tonbridgesg2@safeguardrcaos.org.uk Mob: 07977500673

Isobel O’Shaughnessy tonbridgesg2@safeguardrcaos.org.uk

Sheila Sprigge- hadlowsg1@safeguardrcaos.org.uk

Benedict Bowmaker –Mob: 07833494010

Parish Leads

Paul Whittle

Emily Miller

Benedict Bowmaker

James Shaghaghi