Most children who are being abused don't tell anyone about it.  There are possible signs we should all look out for. These might include:

• A child who is often bruised or injured.
• A child who is often very dirty or smelly.
• A child who is often hungry.
• A child who is often left at home alone.
• A baby crying constantly.
• A child who is often withdrawn.
• A child who displays sexually inappropriate behaviour.

Safeguarding children is the responsibility of everyone in the community.  If you are worried a child might be being abused, don't keep it to yourself.

Call one of the following numbers and share your concerns. Doing nothing does not protect children.

Knowsley Children and Families Social Work Teams

The arrangements for Knowsley Adult and Children’s Social Care services out of hours arrangements is changing as of 25 July 2011, You can contact the service on 0151 443 2600 between 5pm and 9am every weekday, all weekends and public holidays.

Huyton team 1 — 0151 443 5032
Huyton team 2 — 0151 443 5121
Kirkby team —  0151 443 4261
South team —  0151 443 4515

Merseyside Police — 24 hour 0151 709 6010
NSPCC —  24 hour helpline 0808 800 5000
Childline —  24 hour helpline 0800 11 11