Inquiry launched into child sexual exploitation

In Northern Ireland, the Health Minister has announced an independent, expert-led inquiry in to child sexual exploitation (CSE) in Northern Ireland. The proposed remit will be to examine the nature and extent of CSE in Northern Ireland; determine issues which need to be addressed to prevent, tackle and disrupt CSE; consider the effectiveness of measures to secure the safety and wellbeing of children in care; and to make recommendations to improve the effectiveness of these measures.

“The course was extremely well devised and prepared.

“My confidence in making referrals has definitely increased and I feel I am in a better position to effectively engage with the child protection process.