Safeguarding Policy (PDF, 163 Kb)

Everyone has a duty to safeguard children, young people and vulnerable adults. Eckington Parish Council is committed to maintaining the welfare of people whilst they are using the Parish Council facilities described within this policy.

This policy applies to:

• anyone working for or on behalf of the Parish Council whether in a paid, voluntary or commissioned capacity.

• any individual or organisation hiring the Parish Council facilities for the purpose of delivering any service to children, young people or vulnerable adults.