SCOTLAND
BBC News
A key member of the Scottish Government’s child abuse inquiry has resigned, saying it is “doomed” by government interference.
Psychology professor Michael Lamb said there had been “repeated threats” to the independence of the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry.
The major review is scheduled to last four years, but has been criticised by survivors of abuse.
The Scottish government said it “entirely rejects” Mr Lamb’s comments.
The inquiry, which concerns historical allegations of child abuse in Scotland, will examine the extent of abuse of children in care, and identify any systemic failures.
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