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Former Teacher Admits Sexual Abuse Of Pupils At Private School |
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News Scotland
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Written by The Herald
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Tuesday, 09 January 2007 |
A former teacher at one of Scotland's top private schools has admitted sexually abusing pupils. Jonathan Quick, retired Latin and sports teacher at Dollar Academy, admitted five charges following an investigation by police which began in 2002. The inquiry followed the suicide of a 23-year-old student who was allegedly abused by the same teacher.
The Herald revealed that at least three former pupils at the Clackmannanshire school came forward after learning of the circumstances of the man's death.
The alumni, who were aged between 11 and 13 at the time of the abuse in the 1980s, claimed the teacher had touched them inappropriately.
Quick, who retired from the school in 1995, is living in a nursing home. His lawyer originally claimed he was too unwell to stand trial, but independent medical examinations said Quick was fit for the case to go ahead.
At Alloa Sheriff Court, the former teacher admitted a charge of assault with a sexual element and four charges of lewd, indecent and libidinous practices.
He will be sentenced on January 22. Potential sentences range from a fine to imprisonment. |
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Faith Rally Over Gay Rights Bill |
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News England
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Written by BBC
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Tuesday, 09 January 2007 |
Religious groups are to protest outside Parliament in an attempt to halt legislation banning discrimination against lesbians and gay men. Organisers say the Sexual Orientation Regulations would limit their right to live according to religious beliefs.
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Adult ADHD 'Not Treated Properly' |
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News England
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Written by BBC
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Tuesday, 09 January 2007 |
A leading psychiatrist says many adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are not getting the treatment they need. Professor Philip Asherson, from London's Maudsley Hospital, wants sufferers to be recognised and treated.
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