The safeguarding of children, young people, and vulnerable adults is at the heart of the Church’s mission. In the Parish of St Michael and St Bernadette, we recognize the personal dignity and rights of all people, and we are committed to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for everyone in our community.

Our Commitment

Following the “One Church” approach of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, we aim to embed a culture of constant vigilance. We do this by:

Creating a Safe Environment: Ensuring all parish activities are carefully planned and supervised.

Safer Recruitment: In line with Diocesan policy, our volunteers undergo Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and receive regular training.

Responding with Care: Taking every concern seriously and working closely with statutory agencies and the Diocesan safeguarding team to ensure any allegations are handled promptly and professionally.

Contact Information

If you have any concerns about the welfare of a child or an adult at risk, or if you are personally affected by the behaviour of someone within the Church community, please reach out to our representatives:

Our Parish Safeguarding Representative, Christine Joyce can be contacted on 07527145972

The Diocese of Salford Safeguarding Coordinator can be reached for advice or to report a concern on 0161 817 2206.

Further Resources

The Parish of St Michael and St Bernadette works in full partnership with the Diocese of Salford. For more information on national policies, procedures, and support for survivors, please visit the Salford Diocesan Safeguarding Website.