CHILD PROTECTION in East Ayrshire

If there is immediate danger

What YOU can do in an emergency

If you are concerned about the immediate safety of a child i.e. child at risk of immediate harm or injury, dial 999. For other reports, contact your local police or social work office ( for telephone numbers see below).

Out with office hours, please contact police or standby social work services
(for telephone numbers see below)

Do not delay as this could result in serious injury to a child.

For all other concerns about a child refer to your agency child protection procedures and SPEAK to someone.

All children have a right to be protected from abuse and neglect and all adults have a responsibility to ensure they are protected.

If there is no immediate risk, and you would prefer not to talk to someone on the telephone, you can use our online reporting form, click here.