This week, it was revealed that up to 98 child sexual exploitation investigations are currently under way in Birmingham, with six believed to involve groups of offenders. More than 140 children are known to be at risk of, or experiencing, child sexual exploitation in the city.

Specialist medical negligence solicitors from Switalskis who are supporting clients who have suffered avoidable harm after breast cancer treatment at hospitals in County Durham have expressed ‘deep concern’ over reports that the Trust concerned is now to review the care of a further 4,500 women.

Cauda equina syndrome (CES) is a medical emergency where delayed diagnosis can cause permanent damage to bladder, bowel function, mobility and sensation. Recognising red flag symptoms such as bladder changes, saddle numbness and leg weakness is crucial to ensuring urgent treatment and reducing the risk of lasting injury.

The Independent Inquiry into Grooming Gangs has announced the next phase of its work, confirming local investigations in Wales and Birmingham. These investigations will examine what happened, why children were not identified and protected, how institutions responded and what must change to prevent the same failures from being repeated.

Switalskis’ are appealing for witnesses following the recent conviction of Deborah Franklin who was a teacher at Radlett Preparatory School.

Changes to automatic release arrangements come into effect from 1 October 2026. What do the new rules mean for survivors of child sexual exploitation, domestic abuse, stalking and sexual violence?

The public conversation around grooming gangs often centres on places such as Rotherham, Rochdale, Oxford and Telford. However, there is a real risk that the experiences of survivors elsewhere become lost in the background. There must be a genuine commitment to examining what happened in Welsh communities, understanding whether opportunities to protect children were missed and ensuring that survivors from Wales have a meaningful voice throughout the process.

On 21st September 2026, the Government announced that specialist courts focused on handling rape and sexual offence cases will be introduced across England and Wales over the next two years.