Victims’ commissioner to step in after Southport parents say support ‘woeful’
Summary
Parents of children injured in the Southport attack say they received very limited counseling support, with a maximum of 12 sessions per person. The victims’ commissioner plans to raise these concerns with government ministers to improve help for families after such tragic events.Key Facts
- The Southport attack happened on July 29, 2024, during a Taylor Swift-themed holiday club.
- Three girls aged 6 to 9 were killed, and eight children plus two adults were seriously stabbed.
- Parents say they did not get enough psychological support nearly two years after the attack.
- Victim Support charity offered only 8 to 12 counseling sessions per parent, which families found insufficient.
- One mother said the adult counseling felt unhelpful and lacked proper guidance.
- Victim Support follows national health guidelines and refers people to the NHS for longer-term help.
- Families had to carefully decide when to use their limited counseling sessions, hoping to save some for the trial and public inquiry.
- The victims’ commissioner, Claire Waxman, will discuss these concerns with ministers to find better support solutions.
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