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Spurgeons and Dad.Info doesn’t investigate reports of abuse or neglect. But below, you can find advice on who to contact if you have concerns about a child or young person.
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
Use these links to get in touch with your local council:
Hi so I have not seen my son for year , not my choice . I have always paid the mother directly to her bank for years . When son left school he got full time employment so I stopped paying into her account . He was caught thieving at work and was sacked mother was not bothered as she wanted him to go to college so she could carry on benefits baring in mind he don't live with her he lives at his girlfriends house . He is now 18 and just been informed he as started a college course so his mum can keep the benefits and that split the money .. I have a feeling she is going to go to csa to try and get money out of me again as she was angry when I stopped paying when I found out he was employed . Will I have to pay for him again ? My wife thinks I should get a private investigator to prove that he is not living with mum . Any advice will he greatfull