Guidance on child welfare at cricket clubs

Friday 2nd December 2016

Kent Cricket is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within cricket.

We work closely with our clubs, the ECBand statutory agencies to ensure safeguarding children is prioritised.

Any allegation, suspicion of harm or concern is taken seriously and responded to swiftly, fairly and appropriately.

The ECB Safeguarding Policy "Safe Hands" sets out the key principles as well as providing best practice guidance.

  • If you have any concerns at a Kent club please contact your club welfare officer orBridget Owen,County Welfare Officer– 01227 473618 or 07807 02624, e-mailkcbcwo.kent@ecb.co.uk

  • If you are a child or young person you can also contactChildline 0800 1111

  • If you are an adult you can also contact theNSPCC'sgeneral Helpline for adults – 0808 800 5000

  • If you believe a child or young person is at immediate risk, dial 999 and tell the operator it is a child protection concern.