Safeguarding
We all have a responsibility to safeguard and protect children, young people and adults who are at risk of harm and abuse.
If you think a child, young person or vulnerable adult is at immediate risk, you should treat this as an emergency. Call 999 to report your concerns to the police.
Report safeguarding concerns about children and young people
If you think a child is being harmed, abused or neglected, report this to West Sussex County Council:
- Raise a concern about a child on the West Sussex County Council website
- Call 01403 229900 (9am-5pm)
- Call 0330 222 6664 (out of hours)
Report concerns about an adult at risk
If you think an adult is being harmed, abused or neglected, report this to West Sussex County Council:
- Raise a concern about an adult on the West Sussex County Council website
- Call 01243 642121 (including out of hours)