Read safeguarding news and views from the National Safeguarding Team.
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Update on Church’s response to IICSA report
16/11/2020
Following the publication (Oct 6) of its overarching IICSA report, the Church’s national governing bodies have all endorsed a motion apologising to victims and survivors and committing to urgently implementing the six IICSA recommendations. There will be a particular focus on independent safeguarding and redress for survivors and victims
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Update on Mike Pilavachi investigation
23/11/2023
Update from Soul Survivor and diocese of St Albans following completion of investigation into Mike Pilavachi in September
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Update on Mike Pilavchi investigation
08/06/2023
Update statement on investigation into Mike Pilavachi
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Update on NST independent oversight
15/12/2020
The Archbishops’ Council has voted unanimously that a proposal on interim independent oversight of the National Safeguarding Team is to be put in place before February Synod (2021) to pave the way for full independent oversight, by February Synod 2022. Both the Archbishops’ Council and the House of Bishops have already endorsed the principle of independence for the Church’s safeguarding work.
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Update on Safe Spaces following media report
21/12/2019
Safe Spaces is planned as a vital support service for survivors of church-related abuse across the Church of England and the Catholic Church in England and Wales.
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Update on Smyth review
17/01/2024
Update from independent reviewer into the Church's handling of allegations against the late John Smyth
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Update on work promised by former ISB – interim commissioner appointed
14/09/2023
An interim commissioner of independent reviews has been appointed to ensure the work promised by the former ISB (Independent Safeguarding Board) can continue.
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Update statement on Mike Pilavachi investigation
11/07/2023
Update statement on Mike Pilavachi investigation
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Vital support service anniversary
29/09/2021
Safe Spaces, the independent support service for survivors of Church-related abuse, run by the charity Victim Support, marks its first anniversary this week.
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