Child and Adult Protection
Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults
Horsham District Council’s Commitment
Everyone, including children, young people and vulnerable adults, has the right not to be abused.
A range of services provided by or on behalf of the District Council has the potential to impact upon the lives of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Horsham District Council is committed to promoting and safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults in all its services affecting them and will consult with children, young people and vulnerable adults in policy and service delivery matters which affect them, so that they may help shape the Council’s services.
This Council’s Safeguarding Policy (available below) outlines its commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Making Referrals
Concerns about children, young people and vulnerable adults should be referred to West Sussex County Council. Contact details as follows:
Children’s Services Social Care Duty Officer
Tel: 01243 642555
Fax: 01293 519592
Email: cyps.area.c.access.point@westsussex.gov.uk
Adults’ Services Social Care Duty Officer
Tel: 01243 642555
Fax: 01403 276460
Email: adult.helpdesk.horsham@westsussex.gov.uk