Gateway Teams


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If you are concerned about the welfare of a child or young person not already known to social services, contact Gateway Teams.

Mon – Fri 9.00am-5.00pm (ex Public Holidays)

Further contact details for referrals:

Gateway Teams :-

Belfast HSC Trust Tel: 028 9050 7000

South Eastern HSC Trust Tel: 0300 1000 300

Northern HSC Trust Tel: 0300 1234 333

Southern HSC Trust: Tel: 0800 7837 745

Western HSC Trust Tel: 028 7131 4090


Regional Emergency Social Work Number

For situations that require an emergency out of hours social work response (5pm to 9am Monday to Friday and 24 hours at weekends and public holidays) – 08001979995

NI Child Sexual Exploitation Helpline Number 0800 389 1701


If you are unsure which Trust Area - please see map 



Related Documents

Health and Social Care Trust Areas


Last Updated: 27/07/2023