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Yvette Cooper Launches Review of 287 Child Exploitation Cases

6/5/2025

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Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is taking a bold step by launching a review of 287 child sexual exploitation cases that police previously closed in England and Wales. This decisive action comes in response to mounting pressure over gang exploitation. With a commitment to justice, Cooper has allocated £5 million to support thorough local inquiries and investigations.

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Story summary

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is taking a bold step by launching a review of 287 child sexual exploitation cases that police previously closed in England and Wales. This decisive action comes in response to mounting pressure over gang exploitation. With a commitment to justice, Cooper has allocated £5 million to support thorough local inquiries and investigations.