Safeguarding

Barnardo’s was commissioned by Southampton FC to undertake a comprehensive and independent review relating to abuse by former employee Bob Higgins.
The independent review investigated what action was taken at the time and what lessons have been learned.
The full review, as well as the club’s response, can be found here.
Club response to Barnardo's independent review
Click here read the full independent review and the club's response.
Club statement: 23rd November 2021
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Club statement: 16th March 2021
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Club Statement: 24th March 2020
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Club statement: 7th June 2019
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Club statement: 23rd May 2019
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