Three staff in Kate Middleton medical record probe 'facing disciplinary action'
Three members of staff at The London Clinic are under investigation after allegedly trying to access Kate Middleton's medical records, with investigations now underway
Three staff members are being investigated after allegedly trying to access Kate Middleton's confidential medical records.
ITV reported they understood that three staff members were under investigation and "facing disciplinary action" for attempting to access medical records relating to the Princess of Wales.
It comes after a week of online speculation on the whereabouts of the Royal Family figurehead, who had not been seen since her operation in January at The London Clinic, which also treated King Charles for his cancer diagnosis.
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Kate was finally snapped while out shopping with William but that didn't do much to quell conspiracy theories on her whereabouts.
The Chief Executive of the London Clinic, Al Russell, issued a statement: “There is no place at our hospital for those who intentionally breach the trust of any of our patients or colleagues.
"We take enormous pride in the outstanding care and discretion we aim to deliver for all our patients that put their trust in us every day. We have systems in place to monitor management of patient information and, in the case of any breach, all appropriate investigatory, regulatory and disciplinary steps will be taken."
A spokesperson for The London Clinic has since said "all our patients, no matter what their status, deserve total privacy and confidentiality regarding their personal medical information", ITV reported.
A spokesperson for the Information Commissioner’s Office confirmed a "breach report" had been received. Jon Baines, a data protection specialist from the law firm Mishcon de Reya, said: "Any investigation by the ICO is likely to consider whether a criminal offence might have been committed by an individual or individuals."
The Met Police has added they were not aware of any referral to its officers relating to the Princess of Wales' medical records.
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