Children and Young People

If you are a Child/Young Person, this part of the website is for you. A child or young person is anyone aged up to 18. The term Child usually means a person up to 12, the term Young Person is then used for teenagers, up to 18.

If you are worried about yourself or a friend who may be being mistreated or abused, need advice or need to talk to someone, you can confidentially talk to:

Child Line:    0800 11 11

NSPCC Helpline:    0808 800 5000

If you, or someone you know, is in immediate danger call 999.

What to do if you are worried about yourself or a friend

Information, advice and guidance