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Inquiry names Birmingham and Wales next investigation sites

By Drooid · Sep 30, 2026, 4:35 PM UTC · How we work

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Baroness Anne Longfield announced Birmingham and Wales as the inquiry’s next investigation sites.
The inquiry began in April 2026 with a £65 million budget.
It can compel individuals and institutions to explain actions taken to protect children.
Panel member Zoë Billingham said the inquiry will examine organisational knowledge and missed protection opportunities.
The inquiry selects areas based on victim treatment, prevalence, harm risk and public concern.

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Baroness Anne Longfield announced Birmingham and Wales as the inquiry’s next investigation sites.
The inquiry began in April 2026 with a £65 million budget.
It can compel individuals and institutions to explain actions taken to protect children.
Panel member Zoë Billingham said the inquiry will examine organisational knowledge and missed protection opportunities.
The inquiry selects areas based on victim treatment, prevalence, harm risk and public concern.