Bullying

Young people who need care and support have to trust everyone that they rely on for help. We know that bullying can happen and that it can take many forms. It might be carried out by any one of a range of people including: family, friends, neighbours, paid staff, carers, volunteers, other service users or strangers.

Abuse is anything that harms another person physically or mentally and includes bullying and harassment.

Those who are vulnerable and are unable to protect themselves against significant harm or exploitation due to perhaps a physical disability, mental ill-health, or a learning disability may be particularly at risk.

If you think someone is being bullied, don’t assume that someone else is doing something about it.

If you are being bullied yourself, or are worried about someone else, make your concerns known to someone in authority that you feel comfortable speaking to, such as a teacher.

For further information, see:

• Behaviour policy in Hampshire

• Bullying - advice and information for parents (web page)

• Bullying - advice and information for parents  569kb (leaflet)