PM announces national inquiry into grooming gangs
Summary
The Prime Minister has decided to start a national inquiry into grooming gangs in England and Wales. This decision follows a report by Baroness Louise Casey, which recommended such an inquiry to understand the scale of child sexual abuse by groups. The inquiry aims to coordinate local investigations and will have the power to demand evidence and witness testimonies.Key Facts
- The national inquiry will look into grooming gangs in England and Wales.
- Baroness Louise Casey recommended the inquiry after examining the issue.
- The inquiry will be statutory, meaning it can compel people to provide evidence legally.
- Local investigations will take place, even if local authorities do not request them.
- Baroness Casey's report will be published when the Home Secretary addresses the Commons.
- High-profile cases often involve groups of men, mainly of Pakistani descent, targeting predominantly young white girls.
- Earlier in the year, a rapid audit was ordered instead of a full inquiry, but this decision has now changed.
- The audit by Baroness Casey faced delays but ultimately pushed for the inquiry.
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