Elise Carnot (she/her)

Nursery worker, Vincent Chan, pleaded guilty to charges this week. A shocking and upsetting case and I hope those impacted are getting the support they deserve. Read my blog here. tinyurl.com/mrkh493w

Another survivor of sexual abuse has come forwards regarding ex-priest David Tudor and their complaint has been upheld by a Church Tribunal. A fresh police investigation is ongoing and there will be a safeguarding review next year. Read more: tinyurl.com/3zy7rtw5

A Kidderminster teacher has been convicted of historic indecent assault of a child. This case highlights that justice remains possible for survivors of abuse, regardless of when the offences occurred. See my blog: tinyurl.com/mwrdhdnf

A former headteacher, Matthew Bennett, from Clifton High School in Bristol has been placed on the Sex Offenders Register after admitting attempted sexual communication with a child. I’ve written a blog post about this. Please read and share. tinyurl.com/zsmypmz6

A former employee of the Medomsley Detention Centre, Neville Husband, has been described as "possibly the most prolific sex offender in British history". You can read more about the abhorrent treatment of former-detainees at Medomsley in my blog here: tinyurl.com/rtpa6sbd

I am appealing for witnesses in a case involving Scout Master Alan Fitzpatrick, a convicted paedophile with multiple victims. He was based in Coulsdon, London in the early 90s. Please share and get in touch if you have any information that could assist. tinyurl.com/2sdtk7kb

I wrote an article for @InsiderSportHQ about the NSPCC-led review into Swim England's historic safeguarding cases, and what it means for survivors. Thanks to Insider Sport for shedding light on this issue. @BoltBurdonKemp insidersport.com/2025/10/27/swi…

I am appealing for witnesses in relation to my client's claims involving abuse by convicted teacher Anthony Shenton at Langleybury School between 1960s and 1980s. Please share. tinyurl.com/2s48u96t

Heart surgeon at Blackpool Victoria Hospital jailed for 6 years for sexually assaulting 5 colleagues. Victims described a culture of silence where his behaviour was “well known but rarely challenged.” Read more: tinyurl.com/yc22aw53

Derbyshire Police have reopened a historical abuse investigation at Mount St Mary’s College after new info on alleged offences in the 70s–80s, showing that institutions must still answer for past failures. More details in my latest blog below: tinyurl.com/bdwcnfjt

New report exposes continued abuse at Berrow Wood School. Survivors deserve justice and accountability. #childabuse #IICSA #BerrowWood #boldburdonkemp Read more: tinyurl.com/3tcx4bx7

In a deeply disturbing case of abuse of power, a Met Special Constable has been convicted of multiple offences, including the rape and sexual assault of a child. tinyurl.com/2twh34s8

I spoke to the Daily Express about the fact that police officers in Rotherham not only failed to protect child victims of grooming gangs - they were actively abusing them. We discussed the psychological impact on survivors and what needs to be done. tinyurl.com/4ba9errk

A "well liked and respected" drama teacher seriously abused a young student in the 2000s and was able to continue teaching for many years until his arrest in 2021. We need better safeguarding and protection for children in schools. Read more here: tinyurl.com/4ru7jvez

Grammar school teacher captured on CCTV kissing pupil banned from teaching tinyurl.com/3p9ry26s

Last week, the Abuse Team at Bolt Burdon Kemp received Trauma-Informed Training from our charity partner, @SurvivorsUK. It was an incredibly valuable and insightful session - one that you can read more about in my blog below! boltburdonkemp.co.uk/our-insights/e…

Months after Gisèle Pelicot’s story made headlines in France, the UK is only just beginning to reckon with the dangers of chemical control in sexual abuse, with a case that shares disturbing similarities. It’s time we took this seriously. tinyurl.com/4mhy2mdj

Gérard Depardieu has been convicted of sexually assaulting two women. As a French national, I want to be proud that my country is finally confronting abuse by powerful men. But the suspended sentence feels like a missed opportunity. My thoughts: tinyurl.com/3rkymuw2

We are thrilled our submission to the @ThirdSector Business Charity awards with @SurvivorsUK has been highly commended. Read more about our entry here: tinyurl.com/2kzxk6fd

Safeguarding Concerns over Foster Carer with Past Abuse Allegations. You can read more in my blog here: tinyurl.com/2j4z6n92