Gary Walker, Head of Abuse at Enable Law, welcomes the government’s response to Baroness Louise Casey’s independent audit of the scale and nature of group-based child sexual abuse and their stated commitment to implementing all her recommendations.
Baroness Casey states there emphasised the need for a vigorous approach to right the wrongs of the past, hold agencies to account for any part they played in allowing those crimes to go undetected and unpunished and, ultimately, deliver justice to victims and survivors. She has made twelve recommendations that include establishing a national inquiry that would co-ordinate a series of targeted local investigations and measures to tighten the law to make clear that children cannot consent when they have been raped.
Gary Walker has supported many survivors of CSE who have spoken to him about how experiences went unheard for many years, how their concerns were dismissed, and how in many cases they still wait for justice and recognition. It is vital that their voices are heard, and they are fully consulted on the issues the inquiry will look at and how they will be able to be involved. We stand behind Baroness Casey’s statement that justice needs to be delivered to victims and survivors.
How we can help
At Enable Law we have a dedicated team supporting both child and adult survivors of violent crime and sexual abuse bring civil claims to get access to the funds needed to get their lives back on track following their injuries. Our team has helped hundreds of people that have survived some of the most challenging experiences at the hands of those who had a duty to care and look after them. If you or a loved one have experienced abuse and want to have a free, confidential discussion with Gary Walker or a member of the team call us on 0800 044 8488 or fill in our contact form so we can give you a call at a time convenient for you. Enable Law is recognised by NAPAC, the National Association for People Abused in Childhood and trusted by the charity to provide advice and support to survivors.
