I’m thinking of running away

If you're thinking of running away, you should know there's a lot of support available to you.

Upset problem child sitting on bench

If you're being bullied, abused, or unhappy at home, always try and speak to someone you trust first. People and organisations are waiting to help you. Running away will put you at more risk; you must always try to avoid it.

Helplines and support

Here are some helplines for anonymous advice:

You can reach the Runaway helpline on 0808 800 7070
Childline is on 0800 1111
Runaway Helpline is on 116 000
If you need some independent advice, you can contact Voice, an organisation on 0808 800 5792.

If you're a child in care, you should always talk to your social worker or manager.