Aberdeenshire Council is committed to protecting children:
"Child protection is everyone’s responsibility; we all have a duty as citizens to promote the protection of children".
If you would like to speak to someone, seek help or pass on information or concerns, please contact your local Social Work office. Social Work contacts and further information are listed on the North East Scotland Child Protection Committee website - www.nescpc.org.uk
This website has information for both children and adults.
In an Emergency
In an emergency, you should contact the Police by dialing 999.
If a child is in need of emergency medical attention, you should ensure the medical emergency is dealt with first by contacting the appropriate Emergency Service on 999. After which, you should contact your local Social Work Office or the Police as soon as possible, if you have any concerns.
Protecting Children and Young People in Aberdeenshire
- Book 1-The Context (pdf 140kb)
- Book 2-Essential Information (pdf 194kb)
- Book 3-Good Practice Guidelines (pdf 287kb)
- Book 4-Safe Arrival at School, Attendance & Absence Management Procedures (pdf 261kb)
- Book 5-Children Missing from Education (pdf 203kb)
- Book 6-Useful Contacts and Resources (pdf 128kb)
