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January 23, 2025
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Bradford grooming scandal: A call for investigation

The grooming gang scandal in Bradford is likely to be one of the most significant crises of its kind in the UK, potentially eclipsing the horrors uncovered in Rotherham. As someone who has worked with hundreds of survivors across South and West Yorkshire, it is clear to me that Bradford faces a reckoning.

David Greenwood
Child Abuse, Press
January 22, 2025
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Switalskis promotes talent across key departments

Switalskis has announced 17 promotions across ten departments, recognising its talent in both legal and support teams.

Lisa Swales
Switalskis News
January 21, 2025
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Care worker’s journey to recovery after a workplace injury

With the support of her legal team, Ms M pursued a claim to recover the losses incurred due to her injury. The case successfully concluded with a five-figure settlement.

Diane Parker
Personal Injury
January 20, 2025
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Writing your will on your phone: Why you should get professional advice

When The Wanted's Max George recently shared that he wrote his final wishes on his phone while in hospital, it caught the attention of many.

Sandra Kowalska, Sharon Woodward
Contentious Probate
January 20, 2025
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Switalskis reaffirm support for survivors following hearing on Skircoat Lodge abuse

The abuse at Skircoat Lodge, a former care home in West Yorkshire, has been a matter of public concern for many years. Malcolm Phillips, the manager of Skircoat Lodge for nearly two decades, was convicted in 2001 for the repeated sexual abuse of children in his care and sentenced to seven years in prison.

Kieran Chatterton
Child Abuse
January 17, 2025
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Adoption orders: Can a child be un-adopted?

In a recent appeal case, the Court of Appeal clarified whether adoption orders can be set aside when adoptive placements break down.

Ruth Coneron
Child Care, Family
January 17, 2025
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Cleveland Police rated 'inadequate' in child abuse investigations

A recent report by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary has revealed significant shortcomings in Cleveland Police's handling of child abuse cases.

Amy Clowrey
Child Abuse
January 17, 2025
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Investigation into Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust: Information and support for families

Recent reports have revealed serious concerns about the quality and safety of maternity care at Leeds Teaching Hospitals (LTH) NHS Trust.

Suzanne Munroe
Clinical Negligence
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