Policy Statement
Kilbegnet/Glinsk Parish in Association with the Diocese of Elphin values and encourages the participation of children and young people in all aspects of parish and in activities that enhance their development. As all involved in working with children and young people have a special duty of care towards them, we have procedures and practices in place through which this care is put into effect.
As a Parish Faith Community, we recognise and uphold the dignity and rights of all children, and are committed to ensuring their safety and well-being, and will work in partnership with parents/guardians to do this.
We recognise each child as a gift from God, and we value and encourage the participation of children in all activities that enhance their spiritual, physical, emotional, intellectual and social development. All Church personnel (including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers) have a responsibility to safeguard children through promoting their welfare, health and development in a safe and caring environment that supports their best interests and prevents abuse.
It is our policy in Kilbegnet/Glinsk Parish to work in partnership with all State agencies charged with the welfare of children and young people.
Kilbegnet/Glinsk Parish Safeguarding representatives.
Shelia Beirne – Kilbegnet
Diocesan Designated Liaison Person
Mary Nicholson – Office of Safeguarding, St Mary’s, Temple Street, Sligo, Tel 071 9150106
Reporting a Concern
If you have a Safeguarding concern or wish to report an allegation of child abuse, you may follow any of the following steps:
Contact our Diocesan Designated Liaison Person, who is responsible for receiving/managing concerns and complaints relating to church personnel in the Diocese of Elphin. Mary Nicholson – Office of Safeguarding, St Mary’s, Temple Street, Sligo, Tel 071 9150106 and will respond promptly and liaise with the required civil authorities, i.e. the Health Services Executive and An Garda Síochána.
You may also address any Concerns and complaints you may have directly to Túsla or An Garda Síochána, directly.
- An Garda Síochána. Garda Confidential Service 1800 555 222
- An Garda Síochána – Creggs (090) 66 2 1112
- An Garda Síochána – Athleague (090) 666 3312
- An Garda Síochána – Roscommon (090) 66 38 300
- An Garda Síochána – Castlerea (090) 96 21630
- An Garda Síochána – Tuam (093) 70 840
TUSLA (Child and Family Agency) – Duty Social Work Contact Details
- Roscommon (090) 66 37528
- Galway (091) 546 366
- Athlone (090) 648 3106
See also www.elphindiocese.ie for further information and assistance.