Grooming gangs inquiry to be led by former children's commissioner Anne Longfield
Summary
The UK government has appointed Baroness Anne Longfield to lead an inquiry into grooming gangs. The inquiry focuses on group-based child sexual abuse. Baroness Longfield previously served as England's Children's Commissioner.Key Facts
- Anne Longfield is the former Children's Commissioner for England from 2015 to 2021.
- She was chosen to lead the grooming gangs inquiry after resignations delayed it in October.
- Shabana Mahmood, the Home Secretary, announced Longfield's appointment.
- The inquiry follows a recommendation by Baroness Louise Casey after an audit on the abuse issue.
- Two other panellists, Zoe Billingham and Eleanor Kelly, will assist Longfield in the inquiry.
- The panellists were suggested based on recent talks with victims.
- The inquiry aims to uncover the truth, correct past mistakes, and improve child protection.
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