Supporting Access and Participation in the INEQE Safeguarding Surveys
22nd June 2026Please help maximise participation in the INEQE Safeguarding Audit surveys across your church community before they close on 5 August 2026.
News & Stories
INEQE Safeguarding Audit Surveys
15th June 2026The Diocese of Leicester and Leicester Cathedral are currently taking part in the INEQE Safeguarding Audit, an important process that helps ensure our churches and communities are safe, welcoming, and supportive for all. As part of this audit, surveys have been shared with our church, cathedral and wider communities, to gather valuable feedback about safeguarding practice and culture across the diocese. We would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who has already taken the time to complete the relevant survey(s).
Have Your Say: INEQE Safeguarding Surveys Now Open
8th June 2026*The following article references safeguarding.* The INEQE safeguarding surveys are now live and will remain open until Wednesday 5 August 2026. The surveys provide an opportunity to share your experiences and perspectives of safeguarding across the Diocese of Leicester and Leicester Cathedral, including what’s working well and where things could be better.
Working Together to Strengthen Safeguarding Across Minster Communities
18th May 2026*The following article references safeguarding.* As Minster Communities form across the diocese, Parish Safeguarding Coordinators (PSCs) are coming together to support one another in a role that is never meant to be carried alone. By meeting regularly, they are building confidence, sharing good practice, and strengthening safeguarding across their parishes.
INEQE Safeguarding Audit
14th May 2026*The following article references safeguarding, including seeking the views of survivors.* The Diocese and Cathedral will soon be taking part in an independent safeguarding audit carried out by INEQE Safeguarding Group.
Building Safe Spaces in Kibworth Beauchamp
10th December 2025As part of their commitment to creating a safe and welcoming space for all, St Wilfrid’s Church in Kibworth Beauchamp recently held a special Safeguarding Service, reflecting on the importance of protecting the vulnerable in their church and community.
New Strategy to Support Survivors and Victims
1st December 2025Our Survivor Care Strategy sets out how we will care for and support those who have disclosed abuse related to church settings, including the Diocese of Leicester and Leicester Cathedral, and those who have experienced abuse outside of the church.
Supported in Safeguarding: Diocesan Safeguarding Conference
12th November 2025Parish Safeguarding Coordinators (PSCs), Churchwardens, members of Clergy and Lay Ministers came together with the Diocesan Safeguarding Team and Adrienne Plunkett, Independent Chair of Safeguarding, for the annual online Diocese of Leicester Safeguarding Conference on Saturday 8 November.
Book report: Safer Faiths, Safer Followers
11th November 2025The Revd Dr Tom Wilson, Director of the St Philip’s Centre, has written a book titled Safer Faiths, Safer Followers: Understanding and Countering Spiritual Abuse in Faith Communities.
'Actions Speak Louder' - Safeguarding Sunday 2025
5th November 2025This year the theme of the Safeguarding Sunday campaign is ‘Action Speaks Louder’ – encouraging churches to not just talk about safeguarding but to take positive action towards creating safer places.
