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Launch a national inquiry into rape gangs and improve safeguarding measures.

Rejected 9 signatures

What the petition asks

We want the Government to protect children by launching a national inquiry into grooming gangs, arresting perpetrators, and holding complicit authorities accountable. This includes stronger safeguarding measures, justice for victims, and ensuring institutions prioritise the safety of all children.
Children deserve protection from grooming gangs, yet systemic failures and inaction have allowed these horrific crimes to persist. A national inquiry is essential to expose perpetrators, hold complicit authorities accountable, and implement effective safeguards. Without urgent action, children remain vulnerable to abuse, public trust in institutions is destroyed, and victims are left without justice or closure. This inquiry will ensure accountability and create a safer future for all children.

Why it was rejected

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

You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

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

Timeline

16 Jan 2025 Petition opened for signatures
6 Mar 2025 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 9
Status Rejected
Rejected 6 Mar 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 1 Sep 2026.