I was made to eat dog biscuits off the floor - pupils speak out after school abuse payouts
Summary
Former pupils of a school referral unit in Y Felinheli, Wales, have reported abuse by staff, including being made to eat dog biscuits from the floor and being locked in dark toilets. The local council admitted the abuse occurred, apologized to the victims, and some victims have received compensation.Key Facts
- Pupils were abused at Canolfan Brynffynnon, a school referral unit in Y Felinheli.
- Abuse included being forced to eat dog biscuits off the floor and having drinks poured over them.
- Some children were locked in dark toilets or physically punished with objects like footballs.
- The local council, Cyngor Gwynedd, admitted the abuse and apologized to victims.
- Two former staff members deny the abuse allegations.
- 21 people are currently pursuing claims related to abuse at the unit.
- Two victims have received settlements of £10,000 each.
- The school closed in 2014 following abuse allegations.
- Victims report long-lasting emotional trauma from their experiences.
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