“The care and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults involved in Church activities is the responsibility of the whole Church. Everyone who participates in the life of the Church has a role to play in promoting a Safer Church for all.”

Please see our Safeguarding Policy below.

If you have any concerns about the welfare of a young person or adult or have been the victim of abuse yourself you can contact our Parish Safeguarding Co-Ordinator Rachael Dunn:

Rachael Dunn – Parish Safeguarding Co-Ordinator

You can also speak to someone outside of Boulton St Mary’s, especially if you have any concerns about a member of the clergy or leadership team by contacting the Diocesan Safeguarding Team:

Lisa Marriott – Diocesan Safeguarding Officer
01332 388678

Our Vicar will also be pleased to speak to you about any safeguarding matters.

Rev Phillippa Taylor (tel: 07309 797367)

Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service, providing a confidential, personal, and safe space for anyone who has been abused by someone in the Church or as a result of their relationship with the Church of England, the Catholic Church in England and Wales or the Church in Wales.

You can call them on 0300 303 1056 and find more details here.