SCOTLAND
Evening Times
A far-reaching inquiry into historical allegations of the abuse of children in care in Scotland will begin hearing evidence on Wednesday.
The first phase of the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry will hear evidence from faith-based organisations and residential and foster care providers.
Expert witnesses, the Scottish Government and survivor groups will also give evidence at the hearings.
The inquiry is examining historical allegations of the abuse of children in care and has been taking statements from witnesses since last spring.
It covers the period within living memory of anyone who suffered such abuse, no later than December 17 2014.
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