Independent Police Complaints Commission extends probe into the ring . Entertainers , actors and politicians are now alleged to have been protected by corrupt police officers . Total of 17 alleged cover - ups now part of the extended probe . Watchdog is also accessing a further confidential referrals it has requested .
Independent Police Complaints Commission extends probe into sex ring . Entertainers , actors and priests are now thought to have been protected by corrupt police officers . Total of 17 alleged cover-ups now part of the extended investigation . Watchdog is also accessing a further six referrals it has received .