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Greater Manchester Police Vows Accountability Amid Grooming Gang Surge

7/3/2025

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Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson has vowed to hold the force accountable for past mishandlings of grooming gangs. A recent report reveals a surge in progress, with over 1,000 suspects identified in child sexual exploitation cases. Yet, hurdles like training gaps and data-sharing issues persist, prompting Mayor Andy Burnham to champion ongoing reforms for victim protection.

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Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson has vowed to hold the force accountable for past mishandlings of grooming gangs. A recent report reveals a surge in progress, with over 1,000 suspects identified in child sexual exploitation cases. Yet, hurdles like training gaps and data-sharing issues persist, prompting Mayor Andy Burnham to champion ongoing reforms for victim protection.