The Church of England, its Archbishops, Bishops, clergy and leaders are committed to safeguarding as an integral part of the life and ministry of the Church.

Safeguarding means the action the Church takes to promote a safer culture. The Parochial Church Council of St. Mark’s, Basford has adopted the policy statement ‘Promoting a Safer Church’ published by The House of Bishops against which it has developed its own Safeguarding Policy – this can be read by clicking on the following link… St Mark’s Safeguarding Policy – updated March 2025

If you need to contact someone on a Safeguarding matter:

Our Parish Safeguarding Coordinator is…
Mrs Jill Potts-Ayres – 01782 625327  or  07792 549356

Diocese Safeguarding Number
01543 306030   0303 003 1111 (option 2)

Other useful contacts…
Staffordshire Council – 0800 1313 126 or e-mail: firstr@staffordshire.gov.uk
Childline – 0800 1111