Safeguarding Children and At Risk Adults - Report a Concern

If someone is in immediate danger call 999

Abuse can take a variety of forms including domestic abuse, emotional abuse, exposure to extremism, financial abuse, modern slavery, neglect and physical and sexual abuse.


Child Protection and Adult Safeguarding concerns should be reported to Hertfordshire County Council on 0300 123 4042


For support with mental health concerns call Single Point of access on 0800 6444 101


Useful contacts at Hertsmere Borough Council:

Please do not contact the council in an emergency. We do not complete child protection or adult safeguarding investigations and cannot offer immediate help. If your concern is urgent contact Hertfordshire County Council or the police.