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WorldMet Police referred to watchdog over letter about Meghan's father
The Metropolitan Police has voluntarily referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) over its handling of a letter containing allegations against Thomas Markle. The letter, written by his first wife, was passed to his daughter, the Duchess of Sussex, in 2019.
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WorldPiano teacher banned from teaching after indecent images conviction
David Eccott, a 75-year-old piano teacher, has been banned from teaching indefinitely after being convicted of making and distributing indecent images of children. He continued to teach for a year after his arrest before disclosing it to his employer.
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WorldSafeguarding review highlights agency failings in fatal stabbing
A safeguarding review into the fatal stabbing of a 15-year-old boy in south-east London has revealed significant failings in how agencies coordinated their efforts. The boy's mother had repeatedly raised concerns about his safety prior to his death.
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