Report a safeguarding concern
Adult Social Care
Report a safeguarding concern for an adult
Telephone: 0345 603 7630
Monday to Thursday, 8:45am to 5pm Friday, 8:45am to 4:30pm
Out of hours telephone: 0345 606 1212
Email: socialcaredirect@essex.gov.uk
Children's Social Care
Report a safeguarding concern for a child
You may want to report a concern if you are worried about the safety or wellbeing of a child. You can report a concern if you are:
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an adult
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a child
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a young person
If you are unsure whether to report a concern or not, you can call our children's line for advice on 0345 603 7627.
This phone line is open Monday to Thursday 8:45 am to 5pm, and Fridays 8:45am to 4:15pm.