If a child is at immediate risk, contact the police. Dial 999.
It is everyone's responsibility to protect children, whether it be at home, at school or in the community.
Find out more about how you can help or how you can get help at Child Protection Scotland.
Who to contact
If you have concerns about a child or young person, please contact our Social Work Service on:
Out of normal office working hours you can call 0800 328 7758.
Child protection information
Read our frequently asked questions to find out more about Child Protection in East Ayrshire.
Equal Protection Act
The Children (Equal Protection from Assault) (Scotland) Act 2019 was passed by the Scottish Parliament in October 2019.
Section 1 of the Act makes it illegal to physically punish a child and will come into force on 7 November 2020.
Scottish Government information: