Safeguarding policies and procedures

Report a concern

If you think someone is at risk or is being abused, you should report it to Â鶹ÊÓƵ:

Report a concern about an adult

Report a concern about a child


Adults Policies and Procedures 

The online safeguarding adults policies and procedures explain how agencies will work together in South Tyneside to safeguard adults at risk of abuse and neglect.

To view the online safeguarding policies and procedures, visit: 


Children's Policies and Procedures

The online safeguarding policies and procedures for children aims to strengthen the approach to safeguarding across the sub region.

To view the policies and procedures, go to: