Concerned about a child or young person? If you witness or are made aware of something that raises concern about a child or young person’s welfare, use the contact details provided below to report it.
If you require a PDF / paper form, please find it available for
download on the Paddle UK site, or contact
safeguarding@paddlescotland.org.uk
If you think a child or young person is in immediate danger, please call Police Scotland (999) immediately.
If you are the subject of the concern, and if you require immediate medical attention, or if you are at risk of immediate harm or danger, then call the emergency services for the police or ambulance (999) immediately.
If you are not in need of emergency attention then report your concern to your Club/Centre Safeguarding Officer. All concerns raised will be treated sensitively and seriously.
Or, tell someone you trust. Here are some numbers you can contact.
- Children First: 08000 28 22 33
- Childline: 0800 1111
- Paddle Scotland Safeguarding Team on (0)7523 98 77 55 or safeguarding@paddlescotland.org.uk. Paddle Scotland’s designated Safeguarding Lead is Keith Macleod.
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