14/02/2013

Fresh Abuse Claims Made Against Former Music School Teachers

More ex-pupils of the Chetham's School of Music in Manchester have come forward and made allegations of sexual abuse about other former teachers at the school.

The news follows the conviction on Friday last of former choir director Michael Brewer and ex-wife Kay for indecently assaulting Frances Andrade between 1978 and 1982.

It is understood that “a number” of former teachers are currently under investigation following fresh allegations.

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