
Latest Safeguarding News
27 January 2021
'Safer Spotlight' launches today
The London District and the London Learning Network have teamed up to bring you a new safeguarding podcast series.
Thursday 03 December
Temporary change to Safeguarding Training requirements
Please note the changes made to the safeguarding training requirements during the pandemic.
Monday 14 September
Safeguarding Commitments and Key Contacts Posters
Safeguarding Commitments and Key Contacts Posters must be displayed in churches.
Thursday 03 July
Zoom scams...Be Aware
The range of Zoom scams in operation is growing and churches are urged to be aware.
Tuesday 26 May
Temporary changes to Safeguarding Training Requirements
Please note the following statement from the connexional Safeguarding Team.
Thursday 16 April
An Update on Safeguarding Training
The connexional Safeguarding Team has issued an announcement regarding Foundation and Advanced Level Safeguarding training.
Thursday 19 March
Guidance for Monitoring Support Groups (MSGs)
Connexion have received a few queries about MSG's meeting during the pandemic.
05 January 2021
Safeguarding Forum on Audit Checks
Registration is now open for the latest Safeguarding Forum
Friday 02 October
Domestic Abuse Guidance for Employers
Farrer&Co have produced a domestic abuse policy for employers.
Thursday 10 September
Train the trainer session available
Existing Foundation Level Safeguarding trainers are invited to attend this training session.
Thursday 18 June
Guidelines on sexual harassment issued by the Methodist Church
"In these guidelines the Methodist Church is stepping forward to enable a safer worshipping and working environment for all associated with its work."
Tuesday 12 May
Dates for Foundation Level Facilitator Training
Two new dates have been set for the Foundation Level Facilitator Training.
Wednesday 15 April
Working Online Safely - a training session
The District is now offering training on how to work safely whilst working remotely.
Thursday 12 March
An update on the Safeguarding Conference
Coronavirus concerns mean the District has had to consider if the Safeguarding Conference should go ahead.
Friday 02 October
National Safeguarding Adults Week
National Safeguarding Adults Week will take place from Monday 16 - Sunday 22 November.
Wednesday 12 August
Safeguarding posters for churches and circuits
Hard copies of safeguarding posters have now been sent to all circuits and churches by the connexion.
Tuesday 16 May
Safeguarding practices coming out of lockdown
A Briefing to support church and circuit safeguarding officers through the reopening of churches.
Tuesday 05 May
Working Online Safely - a training session
A further training session on working at home safely has been arranged.
Thursday 31 March
Join the Safeguarding Team Virtual Office
All those who share an interest in safeguarding within the church are invited to join this Microsoft Teams virtual office.
Tuesday 14 January
New Foundation Level Facilitator Training available
Training is now available for all those who wish to deliver the Foundation Level Safeguarding Module.
21 December 2020
Revd Leslie Newton's Presentation to 2020 Safeguarding Conference
Watch Revd Newton's presentation on the Theology of Safeguarding
Thursday 01 October
Resources for Safeguarding Sunday
A range of resources are available for Safeguarding Sunday 2020.
Thursday 23 July
The Silent Solution against domestic violence
The Silent Solution offers those at risk of domestic abuse a lifeline.
Tuesday 16 June
A Survey for Local Ecumenical Partnerships
Church Safeguarding Officers in LEPs should be on the look-out for a survey on local safeguarding arrangements.
Thursday 16 April
IICSA Hearings to resume
IICSA have stated that they hope to resume the public hearing in May.
Thursday 24 March
Changes to DBS Checks
The government have revised the way in which DBS checks can be done due to the coronavirus.
Thursday 10 December
Safeguarding Conference 2020
It is with great excitement that we invite you to the annual Safeguarding Conference.