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The University of St Andrews will be closed from 5pm on Wednesday 24th December 2025 and will re-open on Monday 5th January 2026. During this time Report + Support is available and whilst you are encouraged to use the service, please be aware that staff will be unable to respond until they return to work. If you are in need of an emergency response please call 999 . The Security and Response Team are available 24/7 on 01334 468999. If outside of the UK, please call the emergency service in your locality.   

University support 

Support for Students

Support for Staff

 

External support 

  • ChildLine – if you’re a child or young person, ChildLine will listen to you and help you work out what to do next.  
  • ParentLine Scotland provides support for anyone caring for or worried about a child.  
  • If you’re an adult and worried about a child, the NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children) have professional counsellors who can give help, advice and support.  
  • Sense is an organisation committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults. If you are concerned about yourself or somebody else, Sense can provide advice or help. 
  • If you’ve been affected by a crime, contact Victim Support Scotland. Victim Support offers phone, live chat, and other online support. 

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