UNITED KINGDOM
BBC News
Campaigners for a child abuse inquiry have welcomed the appointment of New Zealand judge Justice Lowell Goddard as chairwoman of the independent panel.
Labour MP Simon Danczuk, who led calls for an inquiry, told the BBC the appointment was “right this time”.
Peter Saunders, a spokesman for one victims’ group, said Justice Goddard would “enhance the whole credibility of the inquiry”.
Two chairwomen have resigned amid concerns over links with the establishment since July.
Making the announcement in the Commons, Home Secretary Theresa May said Justice Goddard would bring a “wealth of expertise” to the role and was “as removed as possible” from individuals and groups that may be implicated in the inquiry.
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