Newscast Why Are Survivors Quitting The Grooming Gangs Inquiry?
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Oct 22, 2025 
Judith Moritz, a BBC special correspondent known for her in-depth political reporting, discusses the troubling resignations of survivors from the grooming gangs inquiry advisory panel. She highlights the survivors' concerns about the inquiry's scope and the controversial backgrounds of potential chairs. Meanwhile, Faisal Islam, the BBC’s economics editor, explains the staggering 134% rise in orange juice prices over the past five years, connecting it to broader inflation trends and global market dynamics. Their insights reveal significant political and economic implications.
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Why A National Inquiry Was Recommended
- Baroness Louise Casey recommended a national inquiry because local inquiries mostly failed to materialise.
- She advised a national umbrella with local inquiries rather than a judge-led repeat of ICSA.
Survivors Split Over Scope And Chair
- Survivors disagree strongly on both the inquiry's scope and who should chair it.
- Some fear a broad remit or chairs from police/social services will dilute accountability.
Jim Gamble's Withdrawal And Critique
- Jim Gamble, a former police officer and ex-head of CEOP, was proposed then withdrew as a potential chair.
- He publicly criticised the political handling and adversarial briefing tactics.