Thank you for contacting me about the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse. I wish to reassure you that I recognise the crucial role that this Inquiry has to play and the wider importance of tackling child sexual abuse.
The Government agree that the protection of children and young people must remain a priority. The reports that have emerged in recent years are extremely distressing and any allegations of criminality must be swiftly investigated by the police so that criminal proceedings can be brought where necessary. I continue to encourage anyone with any concerns around historic abuse to report them to the police.
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