UNITED KINGDOM
BBC News
MPs have asked the former head of the child sex abuse inquiry to explain her departure amid concerns the government was aware of misconduct claims.
Dame Lowell Goddard quit in August but denied a report on Friday alleging misconduct and racism against her.
The most senior civil servant in the Home Office has also been asked to explain to MPs what the government knew about her resignation.
Prime Minister Theresa May and the home secretary may also be asked to appear.
Asked if the inquiry was now an embarrassment, Mrs May told the BBC: “No, it’s very important.
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