Nigel Farage claims Reform UK will finance a child sexual abuse inquiry if the Government does not act
Clacton: Nigel Farage has thrown out a bold idea. He suggested that if the Government doesn’t step up, Reform UK will fund an inquiry into child sexual abuse. He’s serious about this.
During a debate on the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, Farage said his party would gather the funds and hire independent experts to lead the inquiry. He believes there’s a lot of support for this across the political landscape.
He pointed out that the existing inquiry, the Jay inquiry, is lengthy but misses key issues. He argued that it didn’t address the grooming gangs, which he feels is a significant oversight.
Farage wants a focused inquiry that specifically looks into the involvement of certain groups in these crimes. He feels there’s a deeper issue at play and believes the public deserves a thorough investigation.
He also mentioned that if the Government doesn’t take action, Reform UK is ready to step in. He’s convinced that there’s a strong call for this from all sides of Parliament.
In response, Labour MP Nadia Whittome criticized the Conservative leadership and Reform MPs for using victims’ pain for political gain. She emphasized that child sexual abuse happens across all communities, not just one group.
Farage’s comments sparked a lot of debate, with some MPs raising serious questions about the Government’s role in addressing these issues. The conversation is heating up, and it’s clear that many want to see real change.
Sarah Champion, a Labour MP, expressed her disgust at some of the language used during the debate. She reminded everyone that previous inquiries have taken years and cost millions, urging focus on implementing existing recommendations instead of starting new inquiries.
