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Child Protection

NHS Ayrshire & Arran recognises that all children and young people have a right to be protected and all adults have a responsibility to protect them from harm. 

We are committed to continually improving our child protection processes, ensuring that systems and services are in place to promote and protect the wellbeing of children and young people in Ayrshire. 

Child protection is our top priority for NHS Ayrshire & Arran in order to Get it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) and young person. We work collaboratively with our key partners, to ensure children and young people in Ayrshire are protected.

If you are concerned about a child or young person call:

  • Police. 101, 999 in emergency only
  • North Ayrshire Council Social Work Department – 01294 310300
  • East Ayrshire Council Social Work Department – 01563 554200
  • South Ayrshire Council Social Work Department – 01292 267675
  • Ayrshire Out of Hours Social Work – 0800 328 7758