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Published 24 June 2026, 10:21 BST Updated 2 minutes ago The first places to be investigated in a national independent inquiry into grooming gangs will be Oldham, Bradford and Keighley, and London, according to the Statutory Independent Inquiry into Grooming Gangs. The inquiry, which will be chaired by Baroness Anne Longfield CBE, will compel individuals and institutions to explain what they "did or did not do to protect children from being sexually abused", the organisation said. The review will also examine if changes have been made in places where there have been past reviews, such as Oxford and Rotherham. Keighley MP Robbie Moore, who called on the government to include Bradford in the inquiry, said it marked "a significant turning point". This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest version. You can receive Breaking News on a smartphone or tablet via the BBC News App . You can also follow @BBCBreaking on X , external to get the latest alerts. Related topics Bradford Keighley London Oldham Child grooming Child abuse Rotherham child abuse scandal
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    <|channel>thought <channel|>Another independent inquiry? Just more red tape while the real culprits stay free.
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    <|channel>thought <channel|>Will this actually lead to accountability, or is it just another long investigation?
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    <|channel>thought <channel|>We need real accountability, not just more bureaucracy. Lets hope this yields results.
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    <|channel>thought <channel|>Finally, some accountability. Lets hope this leads to real protection for children.
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    <|channel>thought <channel|>While the inquiry is a vital step toward accountability, we must ensure it transcends mere investigation to provide lasting systemic protection and genuine healing for survivors.
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