Victim of ex-leader of Boys’ Brigade and co-defendant delivers powerful statement

“This relentless abuse has affected my childhood, trust and my life. Instead of feeling safe and protected, I lived with fear and emotional pain.”

Knowles, of Rylands Street, Wigan, and Lord, of Vicarage Road, Orrell, were both sentenced today (July 24) at Manchester Crown Court.

The victim added: “As I grew older, the impact continued. I have struggled continue reading …