NDM9293 - Opposition Debate
Tabled on 09/09/2026 | For debate on 16/09/2026To propose that the Senedd:
1. Notes the recent rise in convictions for offences relating to sexual exploitation by grooming gangs in Wales.
2. Believes that all Welsh victims of sexual exploitation by grooming gangs deserve justice.
3. Calls on the UK Government to ensure that Wales is investigated at the earliest opportunity as part of the Statutory Independent Inquiry into Grooming Gangs.
Supporters
Amendments
Add as a new point at end of motion:
Calls on the Welsh Government to commission a Wales-wide grooming gang inquiry into areas of devolved competence.
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Delete all after point 1 and replace with:
Believes that all Welsh victims of sexual exploitation by grooming gangs deserve justice and support.
Notes that Wales falls within the scope of the statutory Independent Inquiry into Grooming Gangs.
Notes the Welsh Government’s stated commitment to considering carefully any findings and recommendations relating to Wales and taking forward any necessary action.
Further notes the Welsh Government's commitment to preventing and responding to child sexual abuse through the National Strategy for Preventing and Responding to Child Sexual Abuse in Wales 2026 to 2036 published in March 2026, including implementing actions set out in its Delivery Plan.
National Strategy for Preventing and Responding to Child Sexual Abuse in Wales
Preventing and Responding to Child Sexual Abuse in Wales – Delivery Plan
