More survivors report abuse after Care Inquiry findings published

Senator Ian Gorst addressed the States Assembly this afternoon

More survivors of abuse have come forward, after the findings of the Jersey Care Inquiry were published yesterday.

The Chief Minister has been commenting on the report in the States Chamber this afternoon. He said it had prompted two further people to go to police and report abuse.

Senator Ian Gorst told politicians Jersey Police will continue to investigate allegations 'thoroughly and sensitively.'

In his speech he explained the following figures;

The Independent Jersey Care Inquiry released its findings yesterday