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Policy Statement for...................................................................................

We Will:

· Hold a register of every child involved with the group including relevant medical details and have a contact name and number close to hand in case of emergencies;

· Treat everyone with respect;

· Remember that some issues are confidential;

· Provide an example we would wish others to follow;

· Where possible consider activities which involve more than one adult being present or at least within sight and hearing of others;

· Be aware that, someone else might misinterpret our actions even if they are well-intentioned;

· Respect a child’s right to personal privacy;

· Provide time for children to talk to us;

· Encourage children to respect and care for others;

· Take action to stop any inappropriate verbal or physical behaviour;

· Have a group policy for the collection of children after meetings have finished;

· Remember to REFER not INVESTIGATE any suspicions or allegations about abuse;

· Only share concerns and seek support from those identified in the group’s child protection policy;

· Complete the vetting checklist.

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