Additional Support
The following resources may be of help to anyone who is involved in the Safeguarding process
Please note that these links will take you to websites that are not directly connected to the Safeguarders Panel or Children First.
A helpline offering advice and counselling for children and young people.
A helpline offering advice and support for parents and carers.
Information and support around advocacy for children’s hearings.
Legal advice for children and young people.
Legal and advocacy services for children and young people.
Information and advice about children’s rights, including help if a child or young person’s rights have been violated.
Support, advocacy and advice for children and young people with care experience.
An effort to create shifts in policy, practice and culture in Scotland to keep promises made to children and young people with care experience.
Information and resources about hearings and court.
Information about applying for legal aid and finding a solicitor.
Raising a concern
Should you wish to raise a concern or make a complaint about a matter relating to the work, actions or behaviour of a Safeguarder, there a number of ways to do this.