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Latest head of abuse inquiry Lowell Goddard to face MPs

The latest figure to head Britain's long-delayed inquiry into child sex abuse is to be grilled by MPs later today.

Lowell Goddard, a High Court judge from New Zealand, was named as chair by Home Secretary Theresa May last week.

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New chair promises 'robust' inquiry into child sex abuse

The new chair of a long-awaited inquiry into historic child sex abuse has promised a "robust" and "independent" investigation.

New Zealand judge Lowell Goddard was selected to lead the inquiry after two previous choices stood down over concerns about their links to establishment figures.

Survivor's groups have welcomed her appointment and the fact that the statutory inquiry will be able to compel witnesses to give evidence.

ITV News Correspondent Emily Morgan reports:

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