Yvette Cooper praises Jess Phillips for her dedication to victims after Elon Musk’s harsh remarks about her role in child abuse inquiries
Oldham: So, Yvette Cooper really stepped up for Jess Phillips after Elon Musk threw some serious shade her way. Musk suggested that Phillips should be in prison for not leading a public inquiry into child sexual exploitation. Can you believe that?
In response, Cooper called Phillips a “fearless and formidable” advocate for victims of sexual abuse. She highlighted how hard Phillips has worked for those who’ve been let down by the system. It’s pretty clear that Cooper has Phillips’ back.
Phillips has been pushing for Oldham to follow the lead of other towns like Rotherham and Telford, which have launched their own inquiries into historical abuse. She’s not backing down, even with all the noise from Musk.
Cooper also pointed out that Phillips has been a strong voice for victims, working tirelessly to tackle sexual violence. She’s been involved in setting up services for victims and has made sure their experiences are central to the Home Office’s work on modern slavery.
It’s a tough situation, especially with Musk stirring the pot. He’s been critical of the UK’s justice system, saying there’s no justice for serious crimes but plenty for social media posts. That’s a bold claim!
Meanwhile, there’s a lot of pressure on the government to address grooming gangs, and it seems like everyone is trying to make a point. Even the Reform UK party is talking about launching a national inquiry if they get elected.
Whistleblowers are also speaking out, saying that past inquiries have led nowhere and wasted tons of money. They want real change and accountability for those who’ve ignored these issues.
It’s a complicated mess, and with all the political drama, it’s hard to see how things will change. But one thing’s for sure: Jess Phillips isn’t going to let this go without a fight.
