SafeChildGuide
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If a child is in immediate danger
Call 999. Ask for the police or an ambulance. Stay on the line if you can.
UK helplines
Childline
For anyone under 19. Free, confidential, 24/7.
Samaritans
For anyone struggling to cope. Free, 24/7.
Papyrus HOPELINE247
For under-35s with thoughts of suicide and those worried about them. 24/7.
Shout
Free, confidential mental-health support by text message, 24/7.
Text SHOUT to 85258
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