Beatrix Campbell
Secrets and Silence: Uncovering the Legacy of the Cleveland Child Sexual Abuse Case
Secrets and Silence: Uncovering the Legacy of the Cleveland Child Sexual Abuse Case
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The child sexual abuse scandal in the English county of Cleveland in the 1980s was a defining moment, but government documents show that medical evidence of childhood rape was deemed credible but 'dangerous' and 'more important to save money than save children'. This book reveals how this secret has framed policy-making and public opinion and the consequences it has had for children, professionals, justice, and the state.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 306 pages
Publication date: 10 October 2023
Publisher: Bristol University Press
The child sexual abuse scandal that unfolded in the English county of Cleveland during the 1980s was a pivotal moment in history, although it did not turn out to be the scandal that was initially portrayed. Renowned journalist Beatrix Campbell has unearthed government documents that reveal how medical evidence of childhood rape identified by pioneering paediatricians was deemed credible but deemed "dangerous" – prioritizing financial savings over the well-being of children.
This groundbreaking book delves into how this secret has shaped policymaking, public opinion, and the lives of children, professionals, justice, and the state. The tragic deaths of "national treasures" Sir Jimmy Savile and Sir Cyril Smith sparked a wave of evidence revealing the widespread sexual exploitation and institutional abuse occurring across the globe, all in plain sight. However, the children from Cleveland have remained in the shadows, until now.
For the first time, a Cleveland child takes us into her own records and shares her personal story, shedding light on the experiences of those who have been overlooked and marginalized for far too long. This book is a powerful testament to the resilience and courage of those who have faced unimaginable trauma, and it serves as a call to action for those who continue to work towards justice and healing for all survivors of child sexual abuse.
Weight: 400g
Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781447341147
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