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New QC as abuse probe widens
- Updated: December 6, 2016
The FA has announced Clive Sheldon QC will now lead the review into allegations of non-recent child sex abuse in football.
Kate Gallafent QC was appointed by the FA last week but Sheldon has been named in her place “due to the increased scope of the review.”
Sheldon has previously been involved in several investigatory reviews, including matters of child protection and safeguarding, and specialises in high-profile discrimination claims and disputes involving public figures and senior executives.
The FA said in a statement: “For clarification, The FA had originally intended that Kate Gallafent QC would lead the review but in the light of the increased scope of the review since it was announced, and with respect to her other professional commitments, the decision was taken to appoint Clive Sheldon QC.
“Appointed Queen’s Counsel in April 2011, Mr …
