[skinkestek]

> I was told to use planning rather than grooming because it could offend our British partners.

This, a national tragedy that isn't yet very well know I guess:

https://duckduckgo.com/?q=uk+grooming+scandal+&t=fpas&ia=web

[riffraff]

But surely we should not ban the term, and actually speak more of this, not less, so it doesn't happen again?

[skinkestek]

Kind of agree.

But be aware that for anyone who knows the full details, this word might bring about a visceral reaction. It is beyond ugly.