MP John Healey: "No hiding place" for child sex abusers

Wentworth and Dearne MP John Healey welcomed the convictions of three men and two men on 45 child sex offences today, saying: “It has taken 18 months since Alexis Jay exposed the extent of child sexual exploitation in Rotherham, but some of the worst offenders have now been brought to justice.

“There is no doubt the police did not properly investigate allegations in the past and these were totally unacceptable failings, as I've said from the start.

“But through renewed investigations, more resources and thorough work South Yorkshire Police have secured major convictions today and I hope this case will be the first of many.

“There can be no hiding place for those who've committed these evil crimes - no matter how long ago.

“These convictions are a significant step forward in reassuring victims and in rebuilding public confidence that abusers will be brought to justice.

“I want to see more brought before the courts as quickly as possible."