Scottish Borders Child Protection Committee

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What to do if you have concerns about a child

Child Protection is everyone’s responsibility.

All children have a right to be protected from harm, especially from other people and to grow up in a caring and safe environment.

If you have concerns about a child or young person or, if a child or young person tells you something, you need to take them seriously, do something about it, and speak to someone without delay. This could be a teacher, doctor, health visitor, social worker or police officer.

If you consider a child or young person is in immediate danger, call the police on 999 without delay. 

If you need advice, information or to report a concern contact the Integrated Children’s Services (ICS) team in which the child lives (see details below plus map).