Information for professionals - Domestic abuse

Safeguarding is about protecting people's right to be safe and stopping abuse. Always ensure you follow your organisation's safeguarding procedures.

Children

If you are worried or concerned about the safety of a child or young person in South Tyneside then call:

0191 424 5010 (office hours)

0191 456 2093 (out of office hours)

For further information on how to report a concern, see Report a concern about a child.

Adults

An adult at risk of abuse or neglect is someone who has needs for care or support, is experiencing or is at risk of abuse or neglect and as a result of those needs is unable to protect him or herself against the abuse or neglect or the risk of it.

If you have concerns that an adult is at risk of either being harmed or abused in South Tyneside then call 0191 424 4049.

For further information on how to report a concern, see Report a concern about an adult.