Focus of grooming inquiry 'will not change', home secretary insists
Summary
The Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, stated that the national inquiry into grooming gangs will maintain its focus and not be diluted. Concerns arose after three abuse survivors resigned from the inquiry panel, fearing the scope might expand beyond grooming gangs. There have also been delays in appointing a chairperson for the inquiry.Key Facts
- The national inquiry into grooming gangs covers incidents in England and Wales.
- Shabana Mahmood, the Home Secretary, assured the inquiry's focus will not change.
- Three survivors resigned because they feared the inquiry might broaden to other child abuse issues.
- The survivors expressed concerns about the candidates shortlisted to chair the inquiry.
- Annie Hudson, considered for chair, withdrew her candidacy.
- Survivors want a chair who is impartial and legally trained.
- Shabana Mahmood expressed understanding of the frustration due to delays in starting the inquiry.
- Fiona Goddard and Ellie Reynolds, among those who resigned, criticized the suggested leadership of the inquiry.
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