Today, Thursday, 28th October 2021, the HSE published the 2020 National Safeguarding Office Report. This Report reviewed HSE safeguarding operations and data during an extraordinarily challenging year as well as offering commentary on emerging trends, challenges and opportunities. It also highlights the resilience and adaptability of safeguarding teams and staff in designated roles in continuing to respond to abuse and neglect concerns, despite the many challenges they faced during the several waves of Covid-19 during the pandemic in 2020.