12 August 2022 | Podcasts | Article by Kathleen Hallisey

Calcot Services for Children: HJ Talks About Abuse

In this week’s episode of HJ Talks About Abuse, Danielle and Kathleen discuss the recent headlines surrounding Calcot Services for Children. A recent BBC investigation revealed a series of alleged reports of child abuse and grooming within homes and schools run by Calcot.

Following disturbing revelations of children being exploited and sexually abused in homes managed by many private companies making enormous profits, ministers are being pressured to immediately reform the care system for children.

If you have any thoughts, comments or concerns then please do get in touch. You can contact Kathleen Hallisey [email protected] or Danielle Vincent, [email protected]

Author bio

Kathleen Hallisey is a Senior Associate in the Abuse Team at Hugh James.

Originally from the US, she began her legal career in New York before moving to the UK and becoming a solicitor. Throughout her career, she has exclusively acted on behalf of claimants, including those who suffered catastrophic injuries on the road or at work, were dismissed from their jobs as a result of discrimination, or sexually assaulted on university campuses.

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