Pupil who says she was groomed by paedophile head in fight for compensation

A former pupil is seeking compensation from a local council after claiming she was groomed by a convicted headteacher. The council's insurers have denied legal liability, prompting the victim to fight for funds to cover her ongoing therapy.
Why it matters
This case highlights the challenges victims face in securing support and accountability following institutional safeguarding failures.
Image source, North Wales Police Image caption, Neil Foden was jailed for 17 years for a string of sexual abuse offences
The article reports on a legal dispute using neutral language and provides perspectives from both the victim and the council.
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