The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have welcomed two key appointments to the new Independent Safeguarding Board.

The Bishop of Birkenhead, Julie Conalty, has been appointed a deputy lead bishop for safeguarding with a focus on survivor engagement. She takes over from the Bishop of Southampton, Debbie Sellin. 

Launch of vital national survey to understand how victims and survivors would like to be involved in the development and implementation of a Church of England survivor engagement framework.

Read safeguarding news and views from the National Safeguarding Team.

The National Safeguarding Panel is an independent body within the Church of England that brings together a range of voices including survivors, safeguarding experts, and a member of clergy currently serving in a parish.

IICSA statement from national safeguarding director

Melissa Caslake, the Church of England’s national director of safeguarding, is moving on to a new role as Chief Officer for Children’s services for Devon County Council.

Meg Munn, former MP and Government Minister, with a professional background in child and adult safeguarding issues, has been appointed as the first independent chair of the Church of England’s National Safeguarding Panel, (NSP).

The College Safeguarding Officer is the key link between the diocese/national church and the TEI, concerning safeguarding matters. 

Statement on Chair of Independent Safeguarding Board from lead safeguarding bishop