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Mother's Plea to Swinney for Grooming Gang Inquiry

A mother demands a public inquiry into Scotland's grooming gangs scandal after her daughter's abuse. She warns First Minister John Swinney she will be a 'thorn in his side' until justice is served.

High-Profile Man Found Guilty of Rape in Melbourne

A man from a famous Australian family has been found guilty of two counts of rape following a trial at Melbourne County Court. The attack occurred in early 2024 after a night of drinking. Read the full details.

Police urged to reopen Al-Fayed sex abuse probe

MPs demand Police Scotland reopen the sexual misconduct investigation into the late Harrods boss Mohamed Al-Fayed, citing over 400 allegations and an ongoing Met Police probe.

Rape Reports in Scotland Rise 11% to Over 3,000

Official figures reveal a rape or attempted rape is reported every three hours in Scotland, with a 25% surge over four years. Discover the full impact on public safety and the justice system.

SNP under fire for grooming gangs inquiry refusal

SNP government faces mounting criticism for resisting independent inquiry into grooming gangs despite victims' harrowing testimonies. Calls grow for justice as existing child abuse probe could investigate.

MPs slam police 'sexual entrepreneurs' guidance

Police chiefs face backlash for telling officers to call prostitutes 'sexual entrepreneurs'. MPs call the guidance 'harmful' and demand a meeting with the minister. Read the full story.

Survivors Demand Scottish Grooming Gang Inquiry

Child grooming gang survivors trafficked across the Scottish border demand a national inquiry from First Minister John Swinney. Victims reveal systematic abuse in Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Grooming Gang Survivor Reveals Scotland Trafficking

Fiona Goddard, a grooming gang survivor, details her trafficking from West Yorkshire to Scotland and urges First Minister John Swinney to acknowledge the UK-wide scale of abuse and launch an inquiry.

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