LocalGov.co.uk - Your authority on UK local government masthead
Mark Conrad 15 January 2024

Newsom report reveals Rochdale exploitation failings

Newsom report reveals Rochdale exploitation failings image
Image: SevenMaps / Shutterstock.com.

Failings by officials at Rochdale Council and senior police meant vulnerable girls were targeted by a child sexual abuse gang for years, the latest report on the scandal has concluded.

The study led by child protection expert Malcolm Newsam – commissioned by Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham in 2017 – covers a string of failed or poor investigations by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) between 2004 and 2013.

To continue reading visit The MJ (£).

#Police #Exploitation #Childrens services #child abuse

Analysis

Opinion

Devolution and putting place first image

Devolution and putting place first

The real lesson of Andy Burnham's Makerfield success, argues Dr Jonathan Carr-West, is that place – not personality – is the key to Britain's future.

Most Popular News

Fresh asylum homelessness spike warning image
Fresh asylum homelessness spike warning
Liverpool City Region launches first anti-racism strategy image
Liverpool City Region launches first anti-racism strategy
Local government cant deliver without investing in skills image
Local government can't deliver without investing in skills
Polanski calls for end to outsourcing image
Polanski calls for end to outsourcing
200,000 council and school staff begin voting on pay strikes image
200,000 council and school staff begin voting on pay strikes

New Products

Safeguarding Children - the AAT Way

MSL enhances hygiene auditing with air quality testing for Awaab’s Law compliance

Cadcorp launches Mapestry

Bolton Council Upgrades 120+ School Crossings with Smart CMS Control by Lucy Zodion

NEC CONTRACTS HAS GONE DIGITAL: PAPERLESS, TO GIVE YOU MORE

Vent-Axia Delivers Social Housing a Smart Ventilation Solution Ahead of Awaab’s Law

New remotely lockable cabinet will help manage medication for people with mental health issues

Case Studies

Cornwall’s Coastal Heritage Lighting Upgraded with Acrospire Lanterns

Acrospire Delivers Durable Handrail Lighting Upgrade for Historical Landmark Jacob’s Ladder

Acrospire Delivers Seamless Heritage Lighting Upgrade on Bath’s North Parade Bridge

Acrospire Delivers Retrofit Lighting for Newbridge’s Joe Calzaghe Footbridge

Acrospire Delivers PIR-Controlled Lighting at Ruislip Lido Car Park

Spennymoor Market Place and Consett Middle Street revitalised using Thorn Lighting’s Thor Lanterns and Customisable Gobo Projectors

Acrospire Partners with Bath & North East Somerset Council to Illuminate Historic Film Location with LED Upgrade

Company Anouncements

Acrospire promotes LED retrofit for structurally viable lighting assets

Vent-Axia Welcomes the Future Homes Standard as Competency Takes Centre Stage

Apricorn Becomes First and Only Hardware-Encrypted USB Storage Device Manufacturer to Achieve AS9100 Certification

AAT helps Councils step up to address children’s social care

CU Phosco Approved as a Crown Commercial Service Supplier

Acrospire triumphs at the 2025 HEA Awards with Sustainable Project of the Year

TRT Lighting retrofit helps Lincolnshire County Council cut street lighting energy use by over 65%

Popular Topics

#Workforce #Wellbeing #Unions #Transport #Training #Temporary accommodation #Strike action #strategic authorities #social care #SEND #Section 106 #Schools #Safety #Safeguarding #reform party uk
SIGN UP
For your free daily news bulletin
Highways jobs

HR Support Officer - Braintree District Council

Essex County Council
£31284.00 - £35721.00 per annum
HR Support Officer - Braintree District CouncilBraintree District CouncilFixed Term, Full Time£31,284 to £35,721 per annumLocation
Recuriter: Essex County Council

Estates Administrator

City Of Doncaster Council
£26,644 per annum
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Estates Administrator. Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Recuriter: City Of Doncaster Council

Corporate Landlord Fire Safety Officer (CDC)

City Of Doncaster Council
£40,778 - £45,092 plus £3,200
We are seeking an experienced fire safety advisor/risk assessor to join our Facilities Team. Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Recuriter: City Of Doncaster Council

Street Scene Operations Manager (CDC)

City Of Doncaster Council
Grade 10, £48,227 - £52,414
Do you want to work in a job which makes a difference to the local community and the people who live there? Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Recuriter: City Of Doncaster Council

Day Centre Support Navigator (CDC)

City Of Doncaster Council
£28,598 - £31,537
The Central Day Space is designed to provide a safe, welcoming environment for individuals experiencing homelessness and rough sleeping. Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Recuriter: City Of Doncaster Council
Linkedin Banner