EFL referee jailed for child sex offences
Former EFL assistant referee Mark Viccars receives 18-month prison sentence for child sexual offences, exposing safeguarding concerns in football officiating.
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Church cannot be trusted on safeguarding, says Bishop
Exclusive: Bishop of London Sarah Mullally issues stark warning about Church's safeguarding failures as report reveals systemic problems in handling child abuse cases.
Down's syndrome man starved to death in care home neglect
A vulnerable man with Down's syndrome died from starvation in what coroner calls 'wholly avoidable' tragedy at Bristol care facility, exposing systemic care failures.
Second Wisconsin teacher accused of abusing underage student
A Wisconsin elementary school faces another devastating scandal as a second female teacher stands accused of sexually abusing an underage male student, sending shockwaves through the community.
Step-son's neglect led to pensioner's tragic death
A vulnerable pensioner died in squalid conditions after his step-son, entrusted as his carer, abandoned him without food or proper care in their Kent home.
Teacher pleads guilty to child sex crimes with student
Elementary school teacher Madison Bergmann pleads guilty to child sex crimes after inappropriate relationship with sixth-grade student uncovered in Wisconsin classroom.
Owen Jones expelled from Labour conference over safeguarding
Left-wing activist Owen Jones was dramatically removed from Labour's conference after challenging Britain's stance on Israel, raising questions about free speech and party discipline under Keir Starmer's leadership.
Teacher jailed for sexual assault on pupil
A supply teacher from Great Bardfield has been sentenced to prison after admitting to sexual activity with a 16-year-old student at a secondary school in Essex.
'Superteacher' jailed for sexually abusing and raping pupil
Exclusive: Maths teacher Joseph Aiston, once hailed a 'superteacher', begins a 12-year sentence for the systematic sexual abuse and rape of a teenage girl he targeted as his pupil.
Asylum seeker jailed for hotel sexual assault on teenager
An asylum seeker housed at a London hotel has been sentenced to 12 months imprisonment after sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl in a lift. The disturbing incident has raised serious questions about safeguarding procedures.
Most UK Girls Alter Behaviour for Safety, Study Finds
A major new study exposes the profound impact of safety concerns on the lives of girls and young women across the UK, with most altering their behaviour, from avoiding public transport to changing clothes.
Minister 'forced to back medical support for trans pupils'
Exclusive: Former Education Minister Robin Walker reveals he was pressured to endorse medical interventions for questioning children without parental consent, sparking a major safeguarding row.
Teacher Fired After Tying Toddler to Chair in Classroom
A preschool teacher in Virginia has been dismissed after video evidence emerged showing her tying a toddler to a chair. The distressing incident, captured on classroom cameras, has sparked outrage and an ongoing investigation.
Inquiry into Southport Killer's Brother After Missed Signs
Exclusive: A damning independent inquiry is launched into how Axel Rudakubana's brother, known to authorities, was not prevented from the Southport tragedy that claimed five lives.
Daycare Worker Pleads Guilty to Kicking Toddlers
A former daycare worker in Minnesota has admitted to kicking multiple toddlers in a 'pattern of abuse', facing up to two years in prison for her disturbing actions.
Teacher jailed for affair with sixth-form pupil after exams
A married maths teacher from Surrey has been sentenced to 16 months in prison after embarking on an illicit affair with an 18-year-old former pupil just days after her final A-Level exam. The court heard how Martin Davis, 38, exploited his position of tru
Maths teacher banned after relationship with student exposed
A maths teacher from a Northamptonshire secondary school has been dismissed after engaging in an improper relationship with a teenage student, leading to a professional conduct hearing and teaching ban.
School denies viral rumour about litter trays for pupils
A headteacher is forced to issue a public statement refuting bizarre online claims that a secondary school in England provides litter trays for children who identify as cats or other animals.
Teacher confesses to grooming 11-year-old pupil
A maths teacher from Kent has pleaded guilty to sexually communicating with a child and inciting sexual activity with a boy under 13, in a shocking case of betrayal.
Care Home Cupcake Death Sparks Police Investigation
A 45-year-old care home resident with Down's syndrome has died after choking on a cupcake, prompting a serious police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident at the privately-run facility.
Ofsted guidance links autistic pupils to extremism
A major row has erupted after Ofsted-backed training material suggested teachers look for 'fixations' in autistic pupils as a potential sign of terrorism. Charities and MPs condemn the guidance as 'dangerous' and 'discriminatory'.
Care Worker in Court Over 1.4M Child Abuse Images
A care worker faces serious charges after police allegedly discovered a cache of over 1.4 million indecent images, including 500,000 unique child abuse pictures. The mother of children in his care has spoken of her fury and trauma.
Terror Watchlist Man Worked at UK Islamic School
A man on the UK's terrorism watchlist was discovered working at an independent Islamic school in the Midlands, prompting a serious investigation into safeguarding failures and national security protocols.
FGM Warning: NHS Reports 41% Surge in UK Cases
Exclusive: New NHS figures reveal a dramatic 41% increase in Female Genital Mutilation cases in England. A leading safeguarding expert issues a chilling warning that this is just the 'tip of the iceberg' as thousands of girls remain at risk during the sum
Paedophile jailed for raping boy, 7, and forcing him to deal drugs
A depraved paedophile who raped a young boy and forced the seven-year-old to sell cannabis to his school friends has been jailed. The shocking case has sent shockwaves through the community and raised serious questions about child safeguarding.
Teacher injured in Southport attacks shunned by community
A teacher seriously injured in the Southport knife attacks faces a devastating double trauma: recovery from her physical wounds and rejection by the community she helped build, a safeguarding inquiry has been told.
Charity Commission blocks MPs over child abuse probe
A major political row has erupted after the Charity Commission blocked a powerful committee of MPs from investigating its handling of child sexual abuse allegations. Read the explosive details.
Nursery Worker Grabs Toddler's Arm in Shocking Incident
A UK nursery worker has been suspended after video footage showed her grabbing a toddler's arm in what authorities call an 'unacceptable' incident. Full investigation underway.
Teacher sells home to pay victim after student scandal
A former Illinois teacher, Christina Formella, is selling her home to pay a $825,000 settlement after a secret sexual relationship with a student was exposed. The scandal has rocked the local community and raised serious questions about safeguarding.
Army Officer Admits Sexual Assault Before Teen's Suicide
A British Army officer has pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting 19-year-old Jaysley Beck, whose death has raised serious questions about safeguarding within the military.
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