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Conservatives Push Inquiry into Grooming Gangs Amid Labour Delays

12/9/2025

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The Conservative Party proposed a judge-led inquiry into grooming gangs to counter Labour delays.
Kemi Badenoch (Conservative Party leader) said Labour lacks the courage to act.
Labour claimed the Conservatives have failed to implement recommendations from previous investigations.
A Labour spokesperson emphasized the government's commitment to a thorough inquiry that will examine offenders' backgrounds.
The Prime Minister's Office indicated an update on the inquiry is expected soon.

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The Conservative Party proposed a judge-led inquiry into grooming gangs to counter Labour delays.
Kemi Badenoch (Conservative Party leader) said Labour lacks the courage to act.
Labour claimed the Conservatives have failed to implement recommendations from previous investigations.
A Labour spokesperson emphasized the government's commitment to a thorough inquiry that will examine offenders' backgrounds.
The Prime Minister's Office indicated an update on the inquiry is expected soon.