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Extreme heat alert

The Met Office has issued a Red heat health alert lasting until 11pm on Friday 26 June. In addition, the Met Office has issued an Amber heat health alert from 9pm on Friday 26 June until 9am, Sunday 28 June. Hot weather can be dangerous, especially for vulnerable people. For advice on staying cool, signs of heat exhaustion, swimming safely outdoors, fire safety, and more: Summer wellbeing

Report a concern about a child or young person

If you are concerned about a child or young person, please call the telephone numbers below.

  • During office hours Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, call children's services on 0300 555 0050. Select option 3
  • Out of office hours, contact the Emergency Duty Team on 0300 555 8574
  • In an emergency call 999

When you contact us, you will speak to a professional who will listen to your concerns. They may take a few details and might need to contact you again, but your concern will be dealt with quickly and appropriately. You do not need to provide your name or give contact details if you do not wish to do so. Anonymous calls will not be ignored.

Alternatively, contact the NSPCC on 0800 800 5000

If you are a child or young person and are worried and you feel you need to speak to someone, call ChildLine on 0800 1111 or visit www.childline.org.uk.

If you think it is an emergency call 999