Safeguarding contacts

NHS Mid and South Essex believes that living a life that is free from harm and abuse is a fundamental right of every person. We acknowledge our statutory responsibility to promote the welfare of the population we serve (children, young people and adults) and to protect vulnerable families from abuse, neglect, exploitation and risk of harm.

For members of the public:

Urgent help

If a child, young person or an adult is in immediate danger, call 999.

If you’re worried that a child or an adult is being abused or neglected, call:

Southend-on-Sea City Council

Children's Social Care 01702 215007 (9.00am to 4.30pm)
Adult Social Services 01702 215008 (9.00am to 4.30pm)
Out of Hours 0345 606 1212

Essex County Council

Children and Families Service 0345 603 7627 (9.00am to 5.30pm)
Adult Social Care 0345 603 7630 (9.00am to 5.30pm)
Out of hours or bank holidays 0345 606 1212

Thurrock Council

Children's safeguarding 01375 652802 (9.00am to 5.00pm)
Adult social care 01375 511000 (9.00am to 5.00pm)
Out of Hours 01375 372468

For any other enquiries pertaining to ICB Safeguarding please use the below email address, Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm.

[email protected]