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Olands Observation and Assessment Centre

I am investigating sex abuse allegations at the Olands Observation and Assessment Centre. I act for a client who was resident at Olands, and was sexually abused by a member of staff William Rogers, who was convicted at Taunton Crown … Continue reading

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The catholic church and child abuse

The Australian newsparer has reported a study on child abuse in the catholic church. If the report is accurate it is likely to be treated as controversial to put is as neutrally as I can. Somehow I doubt that victims … Continue reading

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Scotland review the Law in relation to compensation

The Scottish Government have been in discussions over amending the law to provide easier access to compensation claims for victims of childhood sexual abuse.  It is clear that they have realised that the strict limitation on bringing an action may … Continue reading

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Dalesdown Preparatory School

We act for a number of former pupils of both Duncan Hall School and St George’s School.  Some pupils make allegations of physical abuse or sexual abuse and some make allegations of both.  The abuse was all at the hands of Derek … Continue reading

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Frances Pochin House, Southport

We act for a former resident of Frances Pochin House in Southport and seek other former residents of the house circa 1950′s and 1960′s.  We are aware that in 1947 toddlers from Victoria Home in Formby were transferred to Frances Pochin … Continue reading

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Haut de la Garenne

Alan Collins had an interview on BBC radio Jersey with Chris Rayner on 10th January at 6.05 pm Unfortunately the radio interview is no longer available on BBC online.  We hope to be speaking to the BBC again in the … Continue reading

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Haut de la Garenne

PRESS RELEASE The Haut de la Garenne victims can now point to another legal victory, following the imprisonment today of Anthony and Morag Jordan, in their fight for justice. We act for victims who are seeking damages from the States … Continue reading

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Haut de la Garenne

Given that the Haut de la Garenne victims can claim another legal victory following the Jordans’ conviction and sentencing we call upon the States of Jersey to do the decent thing and pay compensation without further delay. We act for … Continue reading

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Derek Slade

I need to make enquiries concerning Derek Slade the former headmaster at St. George’s School.  If you able to discuss amtters with me please contact me in confidence. Alan Collins 02392492472 alc@verisona.com

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William Henry Smith School

This is an article that appeared in the Huddersfield Daily Examiner on 14th May 2010 Golcar man tells of abuse at William Henry Smith School May 14 2010 by Sam Casey A SEX abuse victim has spoken for the first … Continue reading

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