Why is there a row over the grooming gangs inquiry?
Summary
The inquiry into grooming gangs in England and Wales faced a setback when four women resigned from its victim liaison panel. The inquiry, first announced by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, aims to investigate child sexual exploitation by these groups. The resignations were triggered by concerns about the inquiry's scope, control over communication, and the proposed leadership candidates.Key Facts
- The inquiry was announced by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in June.
- Its goal is to investigate child sexual exploitation by grooming gangs.
- An independent commission with legal powers will lead the investigation.
- The NWG Network, a child exploitation charity, manages the process.
- Four women resigned from the victim liaison panel recently.
- They raised concerns about the inquiry possibly extending beyond its original purpose.
- Concerns also involved tight control over their communication and the proposed leaders.
- The two proposed candidates to chair the inquiry have stepped down.
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