In a powerful display of solidarity with victims, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has launched a scathing attack on what he calls Labour's "dead in the water" inquiry into grooming gang scandals that have devastated communities across northern England.
The prominent political figure stood alongside Sammy Woodhouse, a courageous survivor of the Rotherham grooming gang, to demand real action rather than political posturing. "We are here today because the system has failed these victims time and time again," Farage declared, his voice resonating with conviction.
A Survivor's Plea for Justice
Ms Woodhouse, whose harrowing testimony helped expose the Rotherham abuse scandal, spoke passionately about the need for genuine reform. "For too long, victims have been ignored while political parties play games with our lives," she stated, her words carrying the weight of lived experience.
The survivor highlighted how countless young people continue to suffer due to systemic failures and political cowardice. Her presence alongside Farage sent a clear message: victims are tired of empty promises and demand concrete action.
Labour's Investigation Under Fire
Farage didn't mince words when addressing Labour's handling of the issue. "Their so-called inquiry is dead in the water - it's nothing more than a political fig leaf designed to cover up their past failures," he asserted.
The Reform UK leader pointed to Labour's historical reluctance to address grooming gang issues in areas where they held political control, suggesting that concerns about being labelled racist prevented proper investigation and prosecution.
Call for Parliamentary Commission
In a bold move, Farage announced he would be urging MPs to establish a proper parliamentary commission to investigate grooming gangs comprehensively. "We need a cross-party approach that puts victims first, not political interests," he emphasized.
The proposed commission would examine:
- Systemic failures in child protection
- Political interference in policing decisions
- Cultural barriers to addressing exploitation
- Support systems for survivors
Political Repercussions and Public Outcry
This development comes amid growing public anger over historical handling of grooming gang cases in towns like Rotherham, Rochdale, and Telford. Many believe that political correctness prevented earlier intervention that could have saved countless children from abuse.
Farage's intervention positions Reform UK as the party willing to address uncomfortable truths that others shy away from. "We cannot let fear of causing offence prevent us from protecting children," he stated firmly.
As the political battle over this sensitive issue intensifies, victims and their advocates wait to see whether this latest call for action will finally bring the justice and reform they've been demanding for years.
