Ian Critchley: ‘This is a public health crisis for children worldwide – governments must respond decisively’

24th July 2024Ian Critchley, College of Policing

After three years as the National Police Chiefs’ Council lead for Child Protection Abuse and Investigation, earlier this month former Merseyside Deputy Chief Constable Ian Critchley took up a new role at the College of Policing; in this article he looks back over his time in post, highlights the continuing efforts of police and partners to protect children from abuse, and calls on governments to take action to tackle what has become a ‘public health crisis’.

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Ian Critchley: ‘This is a public health crisis for children worldwide – governments must respond decisively’

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