Concerns substantiated in Mike Pilavachi investigation - update from joint internal Church investigation by the National Safeguarding Team and diocese of St Albans

The Church of England’s interim support scheme is part of the Church’s recognition that harm has been caused by both that abuse itself, and the Church’s responses to survivors.

New safeguarding practice review policy approved by General Synod

Update statement on Mike Pilavachi investigation

Update statement on investigation into Mike Pilavachi

The independent lessons learnt review into the Church of England’s handling of allegations against the late Revd Trevor Devamanikkam has been published today.

Ensuring that victims and survivors who disclose abuse within the Church of England receive appropriate support is a central pillar of the Church’s approach to safeguarding.

Safeguarding statement from National Safeguarding Team and Diocese of St Albans 

Meeting of National Safeguarding Steering Group, NSSG, March 2023

Report on National Safeguarding Steering Group meeting January 2023