Reporting Child Abuse or Neglect

If a child is in immediate danger or is at risk of imminent danger, call 999 immediately.

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If you are concerned a child is being harmed or is at risk of being harmed, please contact your local authority who will give you advice or may investigate the circumstances. All child protection calls are treated in confidence, and you don't need to give your details.

 

​Children’s Services:

Central Bedfordshire

• 9am to 5pm: 0300 300 8585 

• Out of hours: 0300 300 8123

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Bedfordshire

• 9am to 5pm: 01234 718700

• Out of hours: 0300 300 8123

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Luton

• 9am to 5pm: 01582 547653

• Out of hours: 0300 3008123

 

Hertfordshire County Council

• 24 hours: call us any time on 0300 123 4043

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