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Former Ofsted official apologises for the watchdog's failure in Rotherham

A former senior official at children's care watchdog Ofsted has apologised for the organisation's failure to uncover widespread sexual exploitation in Rotherham.

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Rotherham Borough Council's cabinet to resign in wake of damning report

Rotherham Borough Council's cabinet is to resign in the wake of Louise Casey's damning report "as soon as transitional arrangements can be put in place", the council said.

Louise Casey’s report on her inspection in Rotherham has been published.

The author clearly has no confidence in the current political leadership of Rotherham Borough Council.

As a Cabinet, whatever the details, as the political leadership of the council we must take responsibility. We therefore announce our intention to resign our positions as soon as transitional arrangements can be put in place.

– Rotherham Borough Council's Cabinet

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