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Child protection

Protecting children from harm in North Somerset is everyone's responsibility.

If you a worried about a child who is at risk, being ill-treated or neglected, talk to someone you trust or telephone our Children and Young People Service's department.

If you live in North Somerset contact the Weston Intake Team on 01275 888 266.

Our normal office hours are Monday to Thursday 8.45am until 5pm and Friday from 8.45am until 4.30pm.

Outside of these hours contact our Emergency Duty Team on 01454 615 165. If the line is engaged should leave your name and number on the answering machine and we will call you back as soon as possible.

Alternatively, contact your local police station on 0845 670 000 or if a child is in immediate danger dial 999.

For further information download the Government's What to do if you're worried a child is being abused publication.