Child protection
If you think a child is being harmed or is at risk of harm, it's important that you tell us so we can help. Your actions may help us keep a child safe from harm.
If you're worried about a child, please tell us. You do not have to give us your name if you do not want to.
All children and young people have the right to be protected and to be kept safe from harm caused by others. Most children within our communities will grow up in a safe and loving environment.
However, some do not. These children may need extra help from adults to make sure that they are kept safe.
The best way to make sure the child you're worried about gets the help they need quickly is to phone us. You can call us on:
If it's an emergency, always dial:
You can also contact Police Scotland when it's not an emergency:
Emergency Duty Team
If you need an urgent social work service outwith the normal office hours, you can contact the Emergency Duty Team on:
The team is there to help anyone experiencing personal or family problems that reach a crisis at nights, weekends or bank holidays.
If your enquiry is regarding a Child Protection issue or concern please call 01324 506070.