A message from the Catholic Bishops’ Conference
A statement from the President and Vice President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales “Yesterday’s news of the charges brought against Bishop David Oakley is deeply distressing for all, both within the Catholic community and...
Survey examines Church responses to abuse
The Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) is examining how dioceses and religious life groups respond to those who have suffered abuse. As part of this work, the CSSA is inviting survivors to take part in a survey, sharing their experiences of engaging with a...
Diocese welcomes Safeguarding audit report
Diocese of MiddlesbroughCatholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA)Safeguarding Baseline Audit September 2023 Bishop Terry and his trustees were pleased to welcome auditors from the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) to undertake a Baseline Audit and...
Safe Spaces service update
Safe Spaces, the free national support service for victims and survivors of Church-related abuse, will increase operational hours under a newly appointed independent provider, First Light, which has taken over the service. Safe Spaces offers a confidential,...
