Frequently Asked Questions: Child Protection

Q1: What is child abuse or neglect?

Q2: What signs should I be concerned about?

Q3: Who should I speak to if I have a concern?

Q4: I am being abused or neglected who can help me?

Q5: I am concerned about a child but they have no physical injuries what should I do?

Q6: I am concerned about a child, but they have not complained they are being badly treated should I wait until they do before sharing my concerns?

Q7: I am concerned about a child should I speak to the child about my worries?

Q8: I am having difficulty caring for my child and think I need help who can I speak to?

Q9: If I ask a professional for advice about my concerns can I be sure that they will treat the information confidentially?

Q10: What will happen next if I report suspected child abuse?

Q11: What will happen to the child and family if I share my concerns with someone?

Q12: Will I have to give my name?

Contact Us

(Not for reporting child protection concerns)
Moray Child Protection Committee
The Moray Council, Education and Social Care,
High Street, Elgin
IV30 1BX

01343 563424

01343 563990

mcpc@moray.gov.uk

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