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Jan 2025
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Grooming gangs: do we need another inqui...

The Guardian
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This episode talks about grooming, rape and trafficking, which some listeners might find upsetting. The government has resisted calls for another inquiry into grooming gangs. But with questions still unanswered, are survivors getting the justice they deserve? And why has the issue become so politicised? The Guardian’s John Harris is joined by columnist Gaby ... Show More
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