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Former Prime Minister in Jersey child abuse investigation

Sir Edward Heath 'does feature' as part of an investigation into historical child abuse allegations in Jersey, police have confirmed.

Jersey Police is believed to be one of three forces investigating allegations involving the former Prime Minister.

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Investigations continue into child abuse allegations involving Sir Edward Heath

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Officers in Jersey are liaising with UK Police as part of an investigation into child abuse allegations involving former UK Prime Minister Sir Edward Heath.

Today enquiries are continuing.

One UK politician, believes a dedicated national team should be set up to deal with the allegations.

There are three separate police services investigating one individual and that doesn't strike me as a logical, and for some time now a cross party group of MPs have been arguing we need a national police team working on these cases.

– Tom Watson Labour MP

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