Families recognised after 15 year fight over child sex abuse allegations
Two mothers and their daughters are nearing compensation after a 15-year legal battle over alleged sexual abuse at a Sydney childcare center. The families faced numerous institutional failures and legal challenges during their fight for justice. A motion in parliament has called for the government to recognize these failings and provide redress to the families.
- ▪The mothers and their daughters were allegedly abused at Footprints childcare centre in Sydney.
- ▪Greens MP Sue Higginson moved a motion for the government to acknowledge institutional failings and provide compensation.
- ▪The alleged perpetrator, Rodney Raymond Bird, has since died, and the families faced significant legal hurdles throughout their fight.
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