If you are worried that your child is being abused during sports activities it is vital that you talk to someone about it.

The idea of speaking out about abuse can be daunting. You will probably feel worried about the impact on you and/or your child. But if you have concerns you must take action. By doing so you will be protecting your child and also helping to prevent other children being harmed.

• Speak to the club child protection or welfare officer
• Find out the club guidelines for recording and reporting concerns and follow them
• Contact the NSPCC freephone, 24-hour Child Protection Helpline on 0808 800 5000. The Helpline also has a bilingual Welsh service, an Asian helpline, and a textphone service for people with hearing difficulties on 0800 056 0566.
• For concerns relating to swimming or football you can contact Swimline on 0808 100 4001/0800 731 7466, or the Football Association's Child Protection Helpline on 0808 800 5000.
• If you think a child is in immediate danger of abuse, contact the police on 999, or your local social services department.