Safeguarding People at Risk
Mid Sussex District Council has a duty to safeguard all children from harm and exploitation.
Report your concerns about a child or young person
WSCC Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
Online: West Sussex online form
Tel: 01403-229900
Report your concerns about an adult at risk
Adult Care point
Online: West Sussex online form
Tel: 01243-642121
You can also use this number out of office hours. It will direct you to the out of hours service.
Urgent concerns
If you believe a child, young person or adult is in urgent danger - contact the police: Tel: 999
Or dial 101 to speak to the contact centre.
Mid Sussex Safeguarding Policy
We promote children's welfare regardless of:
- Race
- Religion
- Language
- Ethnicity
- Gender
- Sexuality
Mid Sussex District Council are required to take reasonable measures for the protection of children and young people when they are subject to:
- Council regulations
- Jurisdiction
- Council events
Please read the Mid Sussex Safeguarding Children, Young People and Adults at Risk Policy for more information.