Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO)

The LADO oversees investigations into allegations and concerns against adults who work with children and young people in both a paid and voluntary capacity. 

If you need to report an allegation or concern about an adult who works with children you should, in the first instance, speak to the Headteacher or to the LADO/Designated Officer 

• Bedford Borough: 01234 276 693 or via secure email: Lado@bedford.gov.uk