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Public Protection Committee

This page is for Orkney's Child Protection and Adult Support services. Please find either services in the "More pages in this section" tab.

Concerned about a child?

Contact Orkney Health and Care Children and Families Services on 01856 873535

During normal office hours Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

In case of an emergency, out of office hours, contact 01856 888000

Adult Support and Protection in Orkney

What to do if you are worried about an adult at risk

The Adult Support and Protection Act became law in Scotland in 2007. The law provides powers and duties for local authorities to investigate where they hear that an adult might be at risk and to support adults who are at risk of harm. People who can be helped using this Act must meet the following three criteria:

However, even if a person does not meet the criteria, they will be offered advice or assistance by the local authority. What does Harm mean?

Harm can be anything that has a negative impact on a person and the way that they wish to live. It may mean that someone is abusing the person, that they are being neglected or that they are neglecting their own wellbeing. Harm can happen at home, in a care home or a hospital or in the local community.

What to do if you are worried about someone or worried about yourself

More info and pages can be accessed from the 'More pages in this section' menu.

School Place, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1NY

Telephone: 01856 873535

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