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January 06, 2025
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Should there be another public inquiry into child sexual exploitation and grooming gangs?

Over the last few days we have seen calls from many for a national public inquiry into CSE and grooming gangs, which has been fuelled by comments from Elon Musk.

Amy Clowrey, David Greenwood
Child Abuse
January 03, 2025
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Public footpath safety and responsibility

In the UK, landowners have a duty to ensure that public rights of way on their property remain accessible and safe.

Johanna Caine
Personal Injury
December 27, 2024
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Is no contact with a birth family post-adoption out of date?

For many adopted children, the concept of "letterbox contact" has long been the norm. Is it now outdated and in need of reform?

Jennifer Heckingbottom
Child Care
December 23, 2024

David Greenwood calls for Archbishop of York after BBC investigation           

The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell has faced calls for his resignation from women abuses as children by a priest in the 1980s. David Tudor, a vicar in Reigate and chaplain to St Bede’s school in the town groomed and sexually assaulted at least four girls under the age of 16 whilst he was the local vicar and chaplain to their school.

David Greenwood
Child Abuse
December 23, 2024

Looking after your mental health over the Christmas period

The festive season is often shown as a time of joy and togetherness. However, for many, Christmas can be a challenging period that highlights feelings of loneliness, grief, or unresolved trauma.

Joe Swan
Child Abuse
December 19, 2024
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Switalskis recognised in the Wakefield Top 100 Companies List

Switalskis has once again been listed among the Wakefield Top 100 Companies for 2025/2026, marking a second consecutive year of recognition.

John Durkan
Switalskis News
December 18, 2024
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Hair strand testing: Vital tool or controversial measure?

Hair strand testing is most often used in care proceedings where there is concerns about a parents use of substances.

Georgia McKelvey
Child Care
December 18, 2024
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Former police officers arrested over allegations of historical child sexual abuse and exploitation

Two ex-police officers who served in South Yorkshire have been arrested following allegations of sexual offences that date back to the 1990s. These incidents are said to have occurred while the men were working as police officers in Rotherham.

Amy Clowrey
Child Abuse
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