Mother of boy abused in children’s home speaks out

Title

Mother of boy abused in children’s home speaks out

Genre

Interview

TX Date

2 Sep 1986

Year of production

1986

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Duration

00:02:56

Description

Interview with the distressed mother of a mentally disabled boy (referred to only as Jason) alleged to have been sexually abused in a children’s home in Lambeth. She talks about how she noticed the physical signs of abuse, how he told her, the effect it has had on them, and the council’s handling of the situation. Female interviewer not identified.

Contributors

None Identified

Keywords

London; Local authorities; Children (age group); Child abuse; Lambeth; Mentally disabled people; Childrens homes

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