Report Reveals Racial Disparity in Child Strip Searches in England, Wales
A new report indicates that Black children in England and Wales are nearly eight times more likely to be strip-searched by police compared to their white peers. This finding highlights significant racial disparities within the justice system.
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Black children in England and Wales almost eight times more likely to be strip-searched than white peers – report
Demographic also overrepresented when police officers use force such as handcuffs, firearms or Tasers, says children’s commissioner Black children across England and Wales are almost eight times more likely to be strip-searched by police than their white counterparts, a report has disclosed. Rachel de Souza, the children’s commissioner for England, said Black children are also overrepresented when officers use force and were more likely to have their “size, gender or build” cited as justifica...
By Rajeev Syal Home affairs editor
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A stark report reveals Black children in England and Wales are nearly eight times more likely to be strip-searched than white peers, with many searches yielding no evidence. This raises serious questions about proportionality and safeguarding, especially after cases like Child Q. Experts and campaigners are demanding urgent reforms to ensure accountability and prevent lasting harm to young people.
By TOI World Desk
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