Summary
A national inquiry is investigating child sexual abuse by grooming gangs in different areas of England and Wales. Birmingham and Wales have been chosen as the next places for detailed investigations into how organizations protected children and how abuse was handled.Key Facts
- The inquiry is led by Baroness Anne Longfield, a former children’s commissioner.
- It has the authority to require individuals and groups to explain their role in preventing or allowing abuse.
- Previous investigations took place in Oldham, Bradford, Keighley, and London.
- Birmingham was chosen because of victim reports, evidence of abuse, and public concern.
- The inquiry will study what organizations knew, their decisions, and how they worked together.
- Survivors in Wales have waited a long time for this investigation.
- The inquiry started in April 2026 with a budget of £65 million.
- It was announced in June 2025 by former Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
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