Parish Representative – Patricia Hodgson 07765862374 (details on church notice board) or Diocesan Safeguarding 0191 2433305. Safeguarding is the responsibility of each and every one of us so any concerns or even suspicions should be reported to your safeguarding representative without delay. Training is also available. Just ask your Safeguarding Representative. Never promise to keep a secret any allegations of abuse. Instead reassure that yuou will only share the information with those who need to know. Other support organisations are: Age UK – 08006781602. Domestic Violence helpline – 08082000247. Childline – 08001111. NSPCC helpline 08088005000.