SCOTLAND
BBC News
The credibility of the Scottish government’s child abuse inquiry is at risk after a key panel member resigned, an abuse survivors group has said.
Psychology professor Michael Lamb stood down on Tuesday over what he claimed were “repeated” threats” to the inquiry’s independence.
Helen Holland, from In Care Survivors, said those who had already given evidence deserved answers quickly.
The Scottish government has rejected Prof Lamb’s comments.
The Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry – which concerns historical allegations in Scotland – will examine the extent of abuse of children in care, and identify any systemic failures.
It launched a formal call for evidence in March, but has already heard from some seriously ill or very elderly survivors.
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