As part of our duty to protect our patients, we’re committed to safeguarding vulnerable people from abuse. Our staff receive training in line with the National Competencies Framework so that they have the knowledge and skills to identify someone who could be at risk and to make the appropriate referrals.

We have a dedicated Safeguarding Team which follows up and processes these referrals. We work closely with other services across the region to make sure those at risk receive the appropriate help, care and protection they need.