What is Child Abuse?

Types of Child Abuse

Information and advice from the NSPCC on the different types of child abuse, how to spot the signs and what you can do to help keep children safe.

What to do if you suspect child abuse

Steps you can take to help keep a child safe and what to do if you suspect a child’s been abused.

Reporting your Concerns

If you’re worried that a child is being abused or at risk of abuse, please contact Children’s Social Care.  Click on the link below for contact details in Hackney, The City of London and for the Emergency Duty Team (when calling outside the hours of 9am-5pm).

If you believe a child is at immediate risk, contact the police on 999.