Grooming gangs review faces scepticism in Scotland
Survivors of sexual abuse question the effectiveness of Scotland's new grooming gangs review, citing past failures and conflicts of interest. Will it uncover the full truth?
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Victims' Mother Says 'No Faith' in Justice Minister Over Grooming Probe
The mother of a child rape victim says she has no faith in Justice Secretary Angela Constance overseeing a grooming gangs review. SNP ministers face calls for an independent inquiry.
SNP accused of misleading Holyrood over child abuse inquiry
Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay accuses Justice Secretary Angela Constance of misrepresenting a child protection expert to block a public inquiry into grooming gangs. Read the full story.
Scotland launches national review into grooming gangs
A landmark national review into grooming gangs in Scotland has been announced, led by Professor Alexis Jay. Survivors demand a narrow focus to uncover decades of abuse and institutional failings.
Man charged over alleged grooming of mother for child access
A 46-year-old Queensland man faces court accused of grooming a mother in the Philippines to gain sexual access to her 12 and 16-year-old daughters. Read the full details of the AFP investigation.
Four Charged in Global Satanic Child Abuse Network
Sydney police charge four men for allegedly operating an international satanic child sex abuse material ring. Authorities warn parents to monitor children's online activity.
Barnaby Joyce Defection & UK AI Firm Blocks Australia
Barnaby Joyce may defect to One Nation today as a UK deepfake firm blocks Australian users after eSafety watchdog warning over AI child exploitation material.
SNP under fire for grooming gangs inquiry refusal
SNP government faces mounting criticism for resisting independent inquiry into grooming gangs despite victims' harrowing testimonies. Calls grow for justice as existing child abuse probe could investigate.
Grooming Gang Survivor Demands Urgent Action in Scotland
A woman reveals horrific abuse by Asian grooming gang in Edinburgh care homes and demands government action to protect vulnerable young women from sexual exploitation.
Paedophile jailed for grooming boys via Snapchat
A predatory paedophile who groomed and raped young boys before selling explicit videos on Snapchat has been sentenced to 14 years. Read the shocking details of this disturbing case.
School worker sent boy 5,000 texts before sex assault
A married school assistant faces life for sexually assaulting an 11-year-old boy after sending him thousands of texts and gifts. Read the shocking details of the case.
Woman Used Caffeine to Assault Boy, 11
Alyson Cranick, 44, pleaded guilty to federal charges after supplying an 11-year-old with caffeine to keep him awake for sexual assaults. She faces life imprisonment.
Missing children crisis: 72,000 vanish yearly
Charity Missing People warns vulnerable children face exploitation due to police failures. The Independent launches SafeCall campaign to help reach every missing child. Donate now.
Trump's deportation blitz guts key security operations
A New York Times probe reveals Trump's immigration crackdown is diverting resources from hunting child predators and terrorists, leaving them to operate with less scrutiny.
Charlotte human trafficking hotspot: 106 minors exploited
Charlotte emerges as major human trafficking hub with child exploitation cases nearly doubling. Discover the alarming trends and what authorities are doing to combat this crisis.
Grooming Gang Survivor Reveals Scotland Trafficking
Fiona Goddard, a grooming gang survivor, details her trafficking from West Yorkshire to Scotland and urges First Minister John Swinney to acknowledge the UK-wide scale of abuse and launch an inquiry.
Child Abuse Victim Demands Scottish National Inquiry
Taylor, a survivor of organised child sexual exploitation, calls for a Scottish national inquiry after systemic state failures. Join the call for justice and accountability.
Swinney 'open' to Scottish grooming gangs inquiry
First Minister John Swinney praises survivor's courage and confirms he is open to a national inquiry into grooming gangs in Scotland following a victim's powerful letter.
Grooming Gang Victim Urges Scottish National Inquiry
A victim of alleged grooming gangs in Glasgow urges First Minister John Swinney to launch a national inquiry, revealing systemic failures and ongoing abuse of vulnerable children.
Seven Men Charged With 40+ Child Sex Offences in Bristol
Seven men from four nations charged with over 40 offences against teenage girls in Bristol. The group faces rape and drug supply charges following a major police investigation.
Seven Men Charged in Bristol Child Sex Exploitation
Seven men face over 40 charges for alleged child sexual exploitation of 11 teenage girls in Bristol. Police urge public to report concerns.
Seven Men Charged in Bristol Child Sex Probe
Seven men face over 40 charges for child sexual exploitation in Bristol involving 11 teenage victims. The alleged offences occurred between 2022-2025. Read the latest developments.
Seven Men Charged in Bristol Child Exploitation Case
Avon and Somerset Police charge seven men with over 40 offences against 11 teenagers in a major child sexual exploitation investigation. Learn about the case details and community response.
Child sex doll seized at UK border in shocking discovery
UK Border Force makes alarming discovery of lifelike child sex doll imported from Hong Kong, sparking major police investigation into potential child exploitation offences.
Devon man convicted for importing child sex doll
A Devon man has been convicted under the Customs and Excise Management Act for importing a child-like sex doll, marking a significant legal precedent in the UK's fight against child exploitation.
UK Government Launches Major Grooming Gangs Inquiry
The Home Office has initiated a comprehensive review of grooming gang operations across Britain, focusing on cultural barriers and institutional failures that hampered previous investigations.
Gov probe into grooming gang failures after damning report
A damning review reveals catastrophic police and council failures in handling child sexual exploitation cases, prompting immediate government action to protect vulnerable children across Britain.
Police Scrutinised Over Grooming Gang Failures
UK police forces are under pressure to improve responses to child grooming gangs as a landmark report reveals inconsistent recording practices and BeaconPort launches new intelligence system.
Southport Child Abuse Inquiry Reveals Shocking Testimony
Exclusive details from the Southport child sexual exploitation inquiry reveal disturbing witness accounts and systemic failures in child protection systems.
Scotland's child attempted murder charges surge 900%
Shocking new figures reveal a dramatic surge in Scottish children facing attempted murder charges, with experts warning organised crime gangs are systematically exploiting vulnerable youngsters across the nation.
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