4 Quotes by Constance Briscoe

Do your parents know you’re here?' asked the lady at social Services. ‘No,’ I said, ‘but I want to know about children’s homes.’ I had to stand on my toes to see over the reception desk.

Whilst child abuse may be committed behind closed doors, it should never be swept under the carpet.

Finally, when happiness came knocking on my door, I’d be waiting. I’d open the door and say: “Where have you been? What took you so long? And if you just give me a moment I’ll pack and go with you.”

Do your parents know you’re here?′ asked the lady at social Services. ‘No,’ I said, ‘but I want to know about children’s homes.’ I had to stand on my toes to see over the reception desk.