The work of the Property Board helps to fund the NSPCC's Adult Helpline
On average, over 200 concerned adults call the NSPCC Helpline each day about children in need of protection or support. Last year alone, our Helpline received 75,609 contacts related to child welfare, marking a significant 27% increase from the previous year. These contacts included 49,613 advice sessions and 19,406 referrals to external agencies, with an additional 6,590 updates on existing referrals. Common concerns raised involved neglect, physical abuse, emotional abuse, and sexual abuse and exploitation.
If you have any concerns about a child, trust your instincts and contact the NSPCC Helpline. Our specialist team will listen, advise and take any action needed.
An estimated 1 in 20 children have experienced sexual abuse. And child sexual abuse is under-reported by adults. It's time for that to change. It's never too soon to talk to us. And what you share could make a life-changing difference to a child.
You can contact the NSPCC Helpline by calling 0808 800 5000
Thank you for supporting the NSPCC's Adult Helpline through our Monopoly Live event