Starmer pays tribute to Andrew Norfolk, who exposed child sexual abuse scandal

Investigation by reporter, who has died aged 60, led to findings that 1,400 children were abused over 16-year period

Keir Starmer has paid tribute to the journalist who exposed the child sexual exploitation scandal that led to a major public inquiry, after his death at the age of 60.

The investigation by Andrew Norfolk, a reporter for the Times, led to findings that 1,400 children were abused over a 16-year period. It earned him journalism’s most prestigious awards and a reputation as a dedicated reporter pursuing neglected issues.