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Survivors Resign from Grooming Gangs Inquiry, Demand Accountability

10/22/2025

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Four survivors resigned from the Government's grooming gangs inquiry panel, citing a lack of understanding and transparency.
Elizabeth, a Rotherham survivor, said the inquiry isn't delivering the accountability survivors deserve.
Jessica, panel member, criticized involvement of former police and social workers and urged focus on grooming gangs and independence.
Home Office said inquiry will be thorough and focused, rejecting claims of watering down, while survivors say their voices are suppressed.

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Four survivors resigned from the Government's grooming gangs inquiry panel, citing a lack of understanding and transparency.
Elizabeth, a Rotherham survivor, said the inquiry isn't delivering the accountability survivors deserve.
Jessica, panel member, criticized involvement of former police and social workers and urged focus on grooming gangs and independence.
Home Office said inquiry will be thorough and focused, rejecting claims of watering down, while survivors say their voices are suppressed.