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Reporting a concern
It can be difficult to know what to do if you think a child is at risk. It’s important to remember that if you’ve spotted things that don’t seem right, others will have too. Speaking up can make sure that child gets help as soon as possible.
The sooner you contact your local children’s social care duty team, the quicker they can act. They’re available 24 hours a day, and can make an anonymous report if that feels safer. If a child is in immediate danger, please call the police straight away by dialling 999.
Report child abuse or neglect to your local council
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My ex has never let me have a relationship with my eldest daughter, she has made lots of accusations, attacked me in front of my child, sent disgusting letters to my partners (at the time) threading to burn the house down, kill my dogs and pour battery acid down my throat. Even posted me a live bullet through the post, police say lack of evidence=no action taken then claims csa! Is there anything I can do about this?
You would have to first attempt mediation and then make an application to court for a Child Arrangement Order so that you can have a relationship with your child.
It's likely that it would go as far as court and you would be able to raise all these issues during the proceedings if you feel she poses a safeguarding risk to your child. I'm guessing she is the sort of mother that will make up allegations about you so it won't be easy but it's the only way you can get contact with your child if the mother refuses.