What to do if you have immediate concerns

This NCVO guide provides practical, step-by-step advice for anyone who suspects a child or adult is being abused, covering both immediate dangers and less urgent concerns. It sets out who to report to depending on the situation — including the police, local councils, and specialist helplines such as the NSPCC, Hourglass, and the National Domestic Abuse Helpline — and provides specific phone numbers and online resources throughout. The guide also covers related concerns including hate crime, workplace harassment, and sexual assault, signposting to relevant statutory and third-sector services. It additionally addresses whistleblowing, directing readers to Protect and the NSPCC's dedicated whistleblowing line if a reported concern is not being handled properly.