We demand a full and independent inquiry into grooming gangs

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

We urge the UK government to establish a full, independent inquiry into grooming gangs. This inquiry must ensure accountability for those responsible, address failures by authorities, and provide justice and support for victims.

For decades, victims of grooming gangs have suffered abuse, often without adequate support or justice. Concerns have been raised about systemic failures by local councils, police forces, and other institutions in protecting vulnerable individuals. An independent inquiry is essential to investigate these failings, hold perpetrators and negligent authorities accountable, and recommend robust measures to prevent such atrocities in the future. This inquiry will also provide victims with the recognition and justice they deserve

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

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Launch a Public Inquiry into Grooming Gangs
Launch a Public Inquiry into Grooming Gangs

Timeline

5 Jan 2025	Petition opened for signatures
4 Mar 2025	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 4 Mar 2025

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