Former children's home boss John Allen has been handed a life sentence after being convicted of abusing 19 children in his care. The 73-year-old must serve a minimum of 11 years before he can be considered for release.
Sentencing John Allen, judge Mr Justice Openshaw said: "There have no doubt been more prolific offenders, but seldom can there be so many grave offences committed on so many victims over a long period of time, causing so much anguish and misery."
Most of the complainants came from "dysfunctional, chaotic" backgrounds, he said; were miles from home - if they had one - and were in need of care and protection.
Instead they were subjected to a regime of violence and intimidation ran by a "powerful man" whom one victim described as "like a god".
Allen, who has always maintained his innocence, showed no emotion as he was led from the dock.
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