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@centreWJ You shouldn't be needed if we were serious about tackling men's violence against women and girls and not turning a blind eye. But thank goodness you are there with your strategic litigation. Holding those accountable one by one. I am barely standing, I feel broken, but ๐ ๐ โ๏ธ
It has taken immense courage and determination for the women we represent to bring this case and hold the police to account.
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This has taken an enormous toll on me. Sincerest thanks to my co-claimants for your strength and the formidable @centreWJ that made this possible. ๐ to @VikramDodd for his continued, long-standing interest to cover #VAWG. And D&C Chief, not all would have done what you did ๐
I know it's a risk. I'm taking one too. I'm sorry I can't say more like this. I promise not any kind of wind up. History repeating itself. Breaks me. From my painful heart to yours... I will leave this with you. An open offer if you'd like to get in touch with me.
@fionagoddarduk sadly, this stranger can't find the right words to say to be sure they're received with the intent & sincerity sent. I can't share publicly, but I would like to privately. I've never shared it with anyone else. I think it's important, but that's for you to decide.
Me and the other survivors have come together to speak about the main issues that lead to us resigning and we have responded to the home secretary's statment last night with conditions that would need to be met to ensure that this inquiry runs smoothly for us to consider returning to the panel
We want this inquiry to work
@fionagoddarduk Well done, stronger together! Sending you all the strength I can across the ether. Keeping faith that you *will* get the outcome and answers you deserve. Seeing history repeat itself is hard for me, too. Remember to take time for rest & to nourish. Long road ahead, take care โค๏ธ
The media's a funny thing. Over 20 years ago, Jim Gamble was trying to root out abusive officers. FACT! When media didn't seem interested in reporting that kind of thing. Behind the scenes, too, see? His values, principles, integrity....they're not for show or for sale. REAL! ๐ฏ
I withdrew from the process to chair the National Inquiry today. To prevent further misinformation and unhelpful speculation I am sharing my letter of withdrawal.
I withdrew from the process to chair the National Inquiry today. To prevent further misinformation and unhelpful speculation I am sharing my letter of withdrawal.
@SimonMcCoyTV@ChrisRGollop I agree. This is a terrible outcome. A manipulative and skewed media that platforms ill-informed people. Lots will be learned in hindsight. It's such a shame. (Speaking as a police officer rape victim familiar with cover-up).
'What you do speaks so loud, I can not hear what you say,' as Emerson said. Integrity is what you do when nobody is looking, too.
After rape by a police officer & what happened since, I can understand cover-up fears.
Jim Gamble has the character for this. A hill I will die on.
'You've got to look at the individuals and check whether their words are supported by evidence of their deeds.'
Former police officer Jim Gamble says there needs to be a 'pause' in the grooming gangs inquiry to refocus its priorities.
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@JasonFarrellSky Serious offer. I may be able to help regarding panel victims and survivors' mistrust of police and, consequently, Jim Gamble. I made a mistake. Hearing it might help them and may prevent another?
@CDP1882 I was hoping he wouldn't withdraw, that something would happen to turn this around before too late. This is a huge loss. I was raped by a police officer. Happy to talk to you and/or the past/current panel victims and survivors.
"It's with a heavy heart that I step back from this."
Jim Gamble tells @JayneSeckerSky that he decided to withdraw from the grooming gangs inquiry because of the toxicity and misinformation which left many victims feeling disrespected.
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This article has produced a lot of reaction which I always pay attention to. Most comments disagree with me but what really shines through is an utter lack of trust in the state's appetite for truth, regardless of who is chair. Let me know what you think.
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@NotThatBigIan It's not a popular opinion. But I agree with you. As a police officer and cover-up rape victim, I can say this: Jim Gamble is not some establishment lackey!! Never has been, never will be.
@JasonFarrellSky I was raped by a police officer, and I am no stranger to "cover-ups." Obviously, I understand the concerns because "police" - I share those too!
But not about Jim Gamble.
I wish I could share my experience that may alleviate some fears.
I was raped by a police officer and feared he would kill me.
I can only speak from my own experience.
Yes, @JimGamble_INEQE is a former police officer. He is an integrous, deeply principled man. He is an opportunity for justice, for truth. Dont let it slip through your fingers.