Summary
Fiona Goddard, a victim of child sexual abuse in Bradford, feels insulted after her compensation claims were denied by the West Yorkshire Police and Bradford Council. Goddard, who was abused by groups of men when she was a teenager, is speaking out to bring attention to the issue, despite the legal authorities acknowledging mistakes publicly but denying liability privately.
Key Facts
- Fiona Goddard was abused as a child in a children's home in Bradford in the late 2000s.
- She filed legal claims against West Yorkshire Police and Bradford Council, but they have denied liability.
- Nine men were convicted and jailed in 2019 for offenses against Goddard.
- A review revealed that authorities did not act on warnings and concerns about her situation.
- Goddard's complaints included claims of negligence and conspiracy against her.
- She publicly shared her story to support other victims seeking compensation.
- Her lawyer noted that authorities often do not admit responsibility in such cases.
