Sexual abuse in schools and boarding schools can have devastating and long-lasting consequences. Survivors may face significant barriers to speaking out, while the impact of abuse can continue into education, employment, relationships and everyday life.

Leaked Military of Defence report information highlighting serious failings in relation to sexual assaults raises important questions about accountability and vicarious liability.

Recent teacher convictions highlight the ongoing issue of sexual abuse in education settings, the abuse of positions of trust and authority, and the barriers that can prevent survivors from coming forward.

As the National Crime Agency (NCA) continues its investigation into non-recent child exploitation and abuse, a fourth former South Yorkshire Police officer has been arrested in connection with historical sexual offences.

Medical negligence experts at Switalskis say the temporary suspension of births at a Devon hospital is a further sign of the escalating crisis in NHS maternity services which needs urgent government attention.

The recent imprisonment of former reality television personality Stephen Bear for breaching a restraining order has once again brought national attention to the lasting impact that abuse can have on survivors.

Switalskis abuse team is appealing for witnesses with information on inappropriate behaviour from staff at St Mary’s Catholic School, Chesterfield.

The arrest of an 83-year-old man in connection with historical child sexual abuse allegations at Tong Park Remand Home marks another significant development in the ongoing investigation of abuse claims relating to former residential institutions.