Contact the police if you think a child is in immediate danger.
The Local Authority have a legal duty within section 47 of the Children Act 1989 to investigate when they think that a child is suffering, or is likely to suffer, significant harm.
Anyone can Report a safeguarding concern about a child (Norfolk County Council), including a parent, wider family member, friend, doctor, teacher or health visitor. You should report a concern if you are worried about the safety or welfare of a child.
Following a referral the enquiry or referral will be handled by a team of experienced social workers, working in partnership with police, probation services and health service to safeguard children and vulnerable adults in the community. It will then be decided whether there should be any action taken.
View the Norfolk Safeguarding Children Partnership page for more guidance.