Statement from Linda Fisher, Acting Chief Executive, Rochdale Borough Council
Date published: 24 July 2014
Linda Fisher, Acting Chief Executive
Following the announcement that Greater Manchester Police is to investigate previous reports of abuse and how they were handled at Knowl View school, Linda Fisher, Acting Chief Executive, Rochdale Borough Council, has issued the following statement:
“The historic activities at Knowl View and any subsequent accusations of wrong doing must be fully examined and Rochdale Borough Council very much welcomes the investigation by GMP.
“We will continue to co-operate fully with the force’s inquiries making all information available.
“This is a positive step on the road to resolution and we are pleased the Force has acted swiftly to launch a criminal investigation.
“The people of Rochdale, the Council and most importantly the victims, need to have confidence in the process and faith that the truth will be discovered and any necessary actions taken.
“Our own independent review, being carried out by Neil Garnham QC, will recommence when this is deemed appropriate and in agreement with GMP.”
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