INEQE Safeguarding Group is conducting an independent audit of the NST’s safeguarding practices. This Audit will assess the NST and how it is meeting its roles and responsibilities and how its engagement at various levels (governance, regional, diocese, cathedral, and parish) strengthens and supports the implementation of the National Safeguarding Standards.

Important Dates

Thank you for your interest, the closing date for these surveys was 28th May 2025.

You can still contact the audit team using the contact form below.

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