Labour accused of 'cover-up' over refusal to hold national rape gangs inquiry


Labour accused of 'cover-up' over refusal to hold national rape gangs inquiry

Accusations and Denials

Labour's decision not to conduct a national inquiry into rape gangs has been called a "cover-up" by Kemi Badenoch, sparking a clash between Tory and Labour leaders.

Call for Action

The Conservatives are pushing for a new probe specifically into the abuse of children by mainly Asian paedophiles, leading to a heated debate ahead of a crucial vote.

Political Spat

Accusations flew between Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Sir Keir Starmer, with each side pointing fingers at the other for failing to address the issue effectively.

Push for Inquiry

Kemi Badenoch criticized the PM for resisting a new inquiry, suggesting that failure to act may lead to suspicions of a cover-up.


Labour accused of 'cover-up' over refusal to hold national rape gangs inquiry

Counter Arguments

Sir Keir Starmer defended against calls for a new inquiry, emphasizing the need for immediate action rather than prolonged investigations.

Proposed Amendment

Ms. Badenoch plans to table an amendment for a specific investigation into failings and cover-ups related to Pakistani-heritage rape gangs in northern towns.

Billionaire's Intervention

Elon Musk's involvement in the issue has brought renewed attention to the scandal, with the world's richest man criticizing Labour figures for their stance.