Skip to main content
Essex Safeguarding Children Board

What to do if you’re worried

Reporting suspicious activity could save a child from abuse. Report what you see to the Police

 

  • Make notes about the information you know
  • You can report concerns online at www.essex.police.uk where you can also speak to an online Live Chat operator. Alternatively, you can ring 101
  • You can report concerns anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org
  • British Transport Police: If you have concerns about suspicious activity in the grounds of a train station or on a train, you can text British Transport Police (BTP) on 61016 
  • You can contact the NSPCC Helpline by calling 0808 800 5000 or emailing help@NSPCC.org.uk 
  • If you are concerned about the immediate welfare of a child or vulnerable person, or if a crime is being committed, report it to the Police on 999

 

Information to share:

 

  • Trip reference number
  • Car registrations, vehicle makes/models
  • The time and date of journey
  • Rail operator/platform
  • Where the child was collected from and the drop off location
  • Description of the child; accent, presentation, behaviour
  • The nature of the concern “I am worried that a child is being exploited”

 

Key Resources:

 

Further information for transport workers/operators; #LookCloser for Drivers of Taxi & PHV

Active Bystander Training by NWG; TO BE ADDED

The Children’s Society offer a CPC certified e-learning course on exploitation for businesses; Act on Exploitation

 

Partners can access learning and development opportunities via the ESCB; Learning and Development - Essex Safeguarding Children Board