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August 04, 2026
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Government amends Sentencing Act 2026 following concerns over early release reforms

The Government has announced that people convicted of rape, serious child sexual offences and grooming offences will be excluded from planned changes to prison sentences under the Sentencing Act 2026.

Amy Clowrey
Child Abuse, Press
August 03, 2026

Two West Yorkshire Police officers suspended after being charged with voyeurism and sexual assault

Two West Yorkshire Police officers have been charged with sexual offences. Learn how survivors can seek justice and compensation with Switalskis' support.

Caitlin Nunn
Child Abuse
August 03, 2026
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Witness appeal – Leeds Parish Church Choir

The specialist abuse team at Switalskis are appealing for witnesses to come forward in relation to sexual assaults at Leeds Parish Church.

David Greenwood
Child Abuse
July 31, 2026
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Witness appeal – Birkdale Private School, Sheffield

Our specialist abuse team is appealing for witnesses who have information about inappropriate behaviour by staff at Birkdale Private School in Sheffield.

David Greenwood
Child Abuse
July 31, 2026
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Witness appeal – Christopher Slater, Leeds Grammar School

The specialist abuse team at Switalskis is looking for witnesses in relation to the conviction of Christopher Slater for historic sexual assault offences at Leeds Grammar School.

David Greenwood
Child Abuse
July 29, 2026
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Witness Appeal - Paul Dowbekin - All Hallows School, Shepton Mallet

The specialist abuse team at Switalskis are appealing for witnesses following the recent conviction of Paul Dowbekin who was a teacher at All Hallows School, Shepton Mallet.

Danielle Vincent
Child Abuse
July 28, 2026

Survivors urge Government to rethink Sentencing Act as concerns delivered to Downing Street

Thirteen survivors of child sexual exploitation are travelling to Downing Street today to urge Prime Minister Andy Burnham to rethink the Sentencing Act as a matter of urgency. They warn that proposals to release some serious offenders early are having a devastating impact on survivors’ mental health and sense of safety.

Amy Clowrey
Child Abuse, Press
July 24, 2026
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Amy Clowrey speaks to BBC Breakfast about pause to early release plans for offenders

Child abuse solicitor and director Amy Clowrey appeared on BBC Breakfast alongside her client, Sarah Wilson, this morning to discuss the government's decision to pause plans that could have seen some prisoners released earlier than expected.

Amy Clowrey
Child Abuse, Press
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