Chetham’s School of Music, in Manchester, was once known as a prestigious private music school for gifted young musicians. But that reputation was left in tatters after a number of former pupils came forward with allegations of appalling sexual and emotional abuse by people working at the elite institution – including violin teacher, Christopher Ling. 

Ling would kill himself without ever facing his accusers in court. 

For the first time, two of his victims – who use the names Laura and Catherine to protect their identity – speak openly about the abuse they suffered and tell of the lasting impact it has had on their lives. 

We speak to Laura’s mum about the devastating moment she realised what had been going on. We also hear from lawyer Richard Scorer, who acted for the women during the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse, Namita Prakash from Trust House Reading, speaking on behalf of The Survivors Trust, and Anne Campbell who is chief executive of Embrace Child Victims of Crime. 

Chetham&rsquo;s School of Music, in Manchester, was once known as a prestigious private music school for gifted young musicians. But that reputation was left in tatters after a number of former pupils came forward with allegations of appalling sexual and emotional abuse by people working at the elite institution &ndash; including violin teacher, Christopher Ling. 
Ling would kill himself without ever facing his accusers in court. 
For the first time, two of his victims &ndash; who use the names Laura and Catherine to protect their identity &ndash; speak openly about the abuse they suffered and tell of the lasting impact it has had on their lives. 
We speak to Laura&rsquo;s mum about the devastating moment she realised what had been going on. We also hear from lawyer <a href="https://www.slatergordon.co.uk/our-experts/richard-scorer/">Richard Scorer</a>, who acted for the women during the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse, Namita Prakash from Trust House Reading, speaking on behalf of <a href="https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/">The Survivors Trust</a>, and Anne Campbell who is chief executive of <a href="https://embracecvoc.org.uk/">Embrace Child Victims of Crime</a>.

The Case Files reveals compelling real-life stories behind some of the most astonishing cases in recent legal history - from murder, to devastating medical negligence. With unparalleled access to those closest to the events, the series explores how, when faced with a battle for justice, people were able to use the legal system to right wrongs and get redress.

Award winning journalist Kate Gerbeau meets both victims and their lawyers to uncover how the law can help and who to speak to if it can’t.

The Case Files reveals compelling real-life stories behind some of the most astonishing cases in recent legal history - from murder, to devastating medical negligence. With unparalleled access to those closest to the events, the series explores how, when faced with a battle for justice, people were able to use the legal system to right wrongs and get redress.
Award winning journalist Kate Gerbeau meets both victims and their lawyers to uncover how the law can help and who to speak to if it can&rsquo;t.

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