Petition · past parliament
To appoint Michael Mansfield QC as new Chair of Inquiry into child sexual abuse.
Rejected
10 signatures
What the petition asks
Due to the sudden resignation of Lowell Goddard as chair of this important Inquiry into historical child serial abuse another credible Chairperson is needed. Michael Mansfield is the preferred person to do this onerous task who has credibility with the victims, their families and organisations.
Michael Mansfield QC undoubtedly has the qualifications, experience and credibility with the public and victims to carry out this role and to achieve acceptable outcomes for all in a reasonable time period.
Why it was rejected
It was about honours or appointments, which petitions cannot cover.
Timeline
| 6 Aug 2016 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 8 Aug 2016 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
10
Status
Rejected
Rejected
8 Aug 2016
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.