Stop It Now South West campaign: February 2026 webinars
Please see list of free webinars which are open to any professionals working in the South West who want to learn more about child sexual abuse and its prevention.
Training Dates: Reducing Parental Conflict
We are pleased to confirm the upcoming dates for our ‘Reducing Parental Conflict: One Plus One Digital Resources’ professional practitioner training for 2026/27. These sessions will be delivered virtually via Microsoft Teams and face to face across the County...
WPCC Free SEND Event
Wiltshire Parent Carer Council are hosting a free SEND event on 6th February 2026. Please see information below. Booking via this link: WPCC SEND Information Event - February 2026 Survey...
ICON at Christmas
Christmas can be a joyful time - but it can also feel long and exhausting, especially with a young baby. Before you pick them up, pause and check the 3 Cs:
* Calm – are you calm?
* Careful – can you be careful?
* Caring – will you be caring?
Newsletter 24
Welcome to the Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).
SVPP Safeguarding Week Catch-Up Modules now available!
SVPP Safeguarding Week took place during the week 17th - 21st November 2025. This was a week of free webinars to raise awareness of safeguarding and partnership working...
16 Days of Action 2025
From 25th November to 10th December, the annual 16 Days of Action campaign will be running across Wiltshire & Swindon. This year, the focus is on Children and Young People’s Healthy Relationships...
SVPP Newsletter 23
Welcome to the Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).
Smokefree Champions Training
Wiltshire Council are running free Smokefree Champions Training which is available to anyone working with Wiltshire residents in the community...
Fostering film "The Run"
A short film has been created through a collaboration of over 90 local authority fostering services, including Wiltshire Council. It tells the story of Tom, an 11-year-old boy...
Safety advice on use of emollient creams
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue have issued safety advice for the use of emollient creams.
Please see further details and information video here...
Annual 2024/25 report published
The partnership annual report for 2024/ 2025 has been published.
SVPP Newsletter Issue 22
Welcome to the Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).
Self-Harm Awareness Training
Wiltshire Council Public Health are collaborating with 4Mental Health to deliver free training dates on self-harm awareness. The training provides practical tools to support people affected by self-harm...
Recovery Month: September
Recovery month aims to increase awareness, challenge stigma, and celebrate the success of those in recovery from all addictive behaviours, including drug and alcohol use and gambling...
ICON Week 22-26 September 2025
ICON Week returns this September, bringing together professionals, organisations and communities from across the UK for five days of learning, sharing and fundraising – all in support of keeping babies safe...
Prevent Board Week of Action 6-10 October
Prevent Week of Action free online sessions available to professionals at Wiltshire Council and Governors and parents...
Free Online Gaming and Gambling Harm Prevention Workshops
YGAM are providing free, online gaming and gambling harm prevention workshops for youth facing professionals in Wiltshire during September 2025...
World Suicide Prevention Day: Changing the Narrative on Suicide
Each year, 10th September marks World Suicide Prevention Day and this year the theme is all about 'Changing the Narrative on Suicide'...
The Baby Wardrobe Project
Wiltshire Family Hub, in partnership with Medley, have launched The Baby Wardrobe project to provide preloved and new parcels of clothing for children aged 0-12 months...
Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) Briefing
SVPP are hosting a series of training sessions outlining the functions of LADO.
Available dates are...
Ketamine - Bitesize Training
Ketamine use is on the rise among young people and adults so Connect are providing a free 30 minute online training course on all things ketamine...
Fearless – helping young people stay safe from crime
Fearless is the dedicated youth service from independent charity Crimestoppers.
SVPP Newsletter 21
Welcome to the Summer edition of Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).
Grief Support for Children and Young People in Wiltshire and Swindon
There is a free craft event for bereaved children aged 5-12 on Wednesday 16th July 3.30-5pm.
Electric Bike and Mobility Scooter Safety Advice
Information on lithium batteries and safety advice on e bikes and mobility scooters. Please see below YouTube clip and share with relevant colleagues: Electric Bike and Mobility Scooter Safety Advice
Free Hoarding Workshop for Professionals
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue are hosting a free Hoarding Workshop on 23rd September 2025...
Change the Script - campaign toolkit
Change the Script - campaign toolkit available here on transforming the perceptions and views on social work. Watch the new Change the Script film to hear the real stories of social work: https://youtu.be/GYvmqU9_7mA?feature=shared
Child Exploitation Learning Event Materials
On 18th March 2025, a webinar was hosted by the Wiltshire Council Emerald Child Exploitation team, as part of Child Exploitation Awareness Week. You can access recordings from the webinar...
SVPP Newsletter - Issue 20
Welcome to the Spring edition of Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).
Working Together Guidence for children/ young people
A new illustrated child friendly version of Working Together to safeguard children is available for download: Statutory Guidance - Working Together Guidance
National Hoarding Awareness Week 12th- 16th May 2025
Local and National Events
National Hoarding Awareness Week is an opportunity to create a greater awareness of the issues faced for those who may hoard belongings at high levels, and for those who work alongside them...
Public vote - young people's healthy relationships podcasts
Collaborate Digital has been commissioned by Wiltshire Council Public Health to provide creative healthy relationships education at schools and colleges across Wiltshire...
Wiltshire Police Operation Encompass Update
Wiltshire Police recently changed the system used by officers to record Public Protection Notices to PRONTO. PRONTO has allowed for PPNs to...
Learning from Reviews: Alcohol use and the Mental Capacity Act (MCA)
Swindon Safeguarding Partnership have developed a learning session following the completion of SAR Robert.
National Stalking Awareness Week 22nd - 25th April 2025
This year, the campaign is dedicated to improving the recognition of and response to stalking victims across the healthcare sector...
Armed Forces Helpline
A new helpline has been launched for Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force personnel and their families who are victims/survivors of Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence or Stalking...
Behind Closed Doors: Understanding Clare's Law and The Right to Know
Wiltshire Police have recorded a short podcast on the subject of Clare's Law, also known as the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS), which allows individuals to ask the police if their partner has a history of abuse...
Free Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Domestic Abuse Training
Julian House are currently rolling out free Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Domestic Abuse Training for Wiltshire professionals. This is a 1.5 hour training session to raise awareness and understanding of domestic abuse in GRT communities and the additional barriers to support that GRT survivors face...
Trilogy of Risk support from The Nelson Trust
The Nelson Trust offer support groups for women who are affected by at least two of the three areas of the Trilogy of Risk:
Domestic Abuse - Substance Use - Poor Mental Health
SVPP Newsletter 19
Welcome to the Spring edition of Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).
Fear Free - New Service - Connecting You
Connecting You is a new online forum where people who have experienced abuse can meet anonymously to share...
Safer Sleep Week 2025 10 – 16 March
Safer Sleep Week 2025 runs from 10 – 16 March and will focus on...
St Johns Ambulance - free first aid events
Spurgeons/Wiltshire Family Hubs have made a collaboration with St Johns Ambulance and Wiltshire Libraries. There will be First Aid Awareness sessions taking place in...
Exploring cannabis use and its impact on parenting capacity
SVPP have published new multi-agency guidance for professionals, exploring cannabis use and its impact on parenting capacity. The guidance can be found on our Resource Hub...
SVPP Newsletter Issue 18
Welcome to Issue 18 of Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).
12-week wellbeing programme for men in Wiltshire
We are excited to share that new dates and locations are available for the 12-week Wellbeing in Nature programme, specifically designed for men...
AWP Webinar: The Relationship Between Domestic Abuse and Suicide
Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership (AWP) have recorded a webinar to raise awareness of the relationship between Domestic Abuse and Suicide...
Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel Annual Report 2023/24
Spotlight themes and key findings in the review can be downloaded here.
FearFree Webinar Recordings available
FearFree (Specialist Domestic Abuse Support Service in Wiltshire) have recently hosted two webinars to inform practitioners about the support they are able to provide. These webinars were recorded and are available for viewing...
ICON at Christmas
Babies cry, even at Christmas, but you can cope.
If you need help, then ask. You never know who may have that piece of helpful advice or some spare time to give you a break.
Remember the three C’s:...
ICON Newsletter
ICON Week newsletter including highlights and information. Please download your copy here.
Wiltshire and Swindon Local Drug Information System (LDIS)
Wiltshire and Swindon public health teams have updated their Local Drug Information System (LDIS) in line with Public Health England guidance.
Safeguarding Week 2024 - Catch Up Modules Available
SVPP Safeguarding Week took place in November 2024.
20 webinars were successfully delivered during the week, with over 500 attendees across all sessions, from a wide variety of agencies. To find out how you can access recordings...
New MARAC Referral form
There is now a new form to complete when you make a MARAC referral.
Trilogy of Risk
The 'Trilogy of Risk' is the term used to describe circumstances in which a person is impacted by domestic abuse, substance use and poor mental health in combination...
SVPP Newsletter - Issue 16
Welcome to Issue 16 of Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter (summer edition), bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).
SVPP Poster
We have made a poster all about who we are, what we do and how you can connect with us. Please click below to download the poster and display in your staff spaces.
The Wiltshire Threshold for Access to Safeguarding Services Matrix
The Wiltshire Threshold for Access to Safeguarding Services Matrix was developed by...
Updated ESA Paperwork & Training
Updated Early Support Assessment paperwork is now available
Safe and Well Visits - Partner Information
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service have created a Safe and Well Visits information clip for partner agencies.
A Safe & Well visit is a free service. During a visit, we discuss fire risks that can occur in the home and offer advice on how to stay safer from fire within the home. With the consent...
Community Partners Information Sharing Form
Wiltshire Police are seeking the support of partners in sharing information relating to crimes, through a partnership intelligence sharing tool on their website. You can find the Community Partners Information Sharing Form here...
Safe Sleeping Advice
The Lullaby Trust publishes guidance and resources on safe sleeping and the prevention of sudden unexpected death in infancy.
The sudden and unexpected death of a baby is usually referred to by...
SVPP Newsletter - Issue 8
Welcome to Issue 8 (summer edition) of Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter, bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).
Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel Newsletter
The Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel have published their latest newsletter. Please click on the following link to see the newsletter...
Counter Corruption Unit (CCU) – Wiltshire Police
Abuse of Position for a Sexual Purpose (APSP)
Policing is in the spotlight more than ever due to the horrific examples of sexual violence, domestic abuse, violent crime and sexual misconduct...
The Wiltshire Neglect Framework
A new Wiltshire Neglect Framework has recently been developed and is designed to...
The South West: No Place for Drugs
Information and intelligence from our communities is key and, if you report your concerns, action will be taken. Help us keep the South West clear of drugs by spotting the signs of this activity and reporting it to our charity. Criminals recruit children and vulnerable adults through promises of friendship, money, drugs, clothes...
Swindon and Wiltshire Interventions for Families to Thrive (SWIFT)
SWIFT is a consent-based programme run within Wiltshire Police...
SVPP Strategic Plan 2023-2026
The SVPP have published their Strategic Plan for 2023-2026. This sets out our priorities for the next few years and the work we will do to address them.
Rise:61 Services - Bemerton Heath
Rise:61 was founded by local residents in 2014 after living and doing detached youth work on the estate of Bemerton Heath, Salisbury since 2009. We work with over 100 young people a year. Services offered include Bike Hub, Creative Hub, Active Hub...
Wiltshire and Swindon Safer at Night Charter
Are you an organisation that operates in the night-time economy in Swindon or Wiltshire? You can join others by helping to create Safer Nights...
Wiltshire Council - Interactive directory for cost of living support
Wiltshire Council has created an online interactive community directory to help people find out what warm spaces and community...
SVPP Newsletter - Issue 14
Welcome to Issue 14 of Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter (summer edition)...
SVPP Annual Report 2021-22
The SVPP Annual Report for 2021-2022 can be downloaded here. The report sets out key activity during this period and its impact, including case reviews. Please disseminate within your organisation.
SVPP Newsletter Issue 9
Welcome to Issue 9 of Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter, bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).
New High Risk Professional Meeting Guidance available
The guidance provides a framework for the management of very complex...
Domestic abuse between older couples: key tips at a glance
Community Care Inform have produced some bite-sized guidance on domestic abuse and older couples...
Private Fostering Awareness Information
Private Fostering Awareness Information...
Drug & Alcohol Training Course Dates
Connect are running drug and alcohol training with course dates through 2025. These courses are particularly suitable for education, health and social care staff, the police, charity workers, foster carers, sports coaches and volunteers...
SVPP newsletter Issue 10
Welcome to Issue 10 of Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter, bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).
SVPP Newsletter Issue 11
Welcome to Issue 11 of Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter, bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP)...
Working Together 2023 - Virtual Briefing Recording Available
SVPP hosted a Virtual Briefing to update you on the key changes set out in Working Together 2023 which was published in December 2023. It also summarised how this guidance relates to the Social Care...
CDOP Newsletter March edition
Please see linked the March 2024 edition of the CDOP Newsletter...
Family Hub Webinar Recording Available
The recording of the Family Hub - What You Need to Know webinar is now available
SVPP Newsletter - Issue 12
Welcome to Issue 12 of Wiltshire SVPP’s e-newsletter, bringing you the latest news and updates from the SVPP, including the Wiltshire...
Self Neglect & Hoarding Forum
The next self- neglect and hoarding forum is taking place on 5th December 2024...
Safeguarding Unborn Babies and Under 1s Presentations
Presentations from our March 2024 BSW Virtual Summit on Safeguarding Unborn Babies and Under 1s are now available...
New Children's Integrated Front Door email address
The Integrated Front Door team (formally Children's Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub, or MASH) have a new email address...
Refuge for male victims of domestic abuse now open in Wiltshire
Julian House in partnership with Wiltshire Council are providing a new safe accommodation service that will provide...
Revised Multi-Agency Thresholds for Safeguarding Children
The revised Multi-agency thresholds for safeguarding children document has been published