The Crown Estate is pausing its membership of the CBI amid sexual misconduct allegations 🔴 Exclusive
The woman claimed the alleged rape took place while she was unconscious following a night out while working at a CBI office abroad.
In response, CBI president Brian McBride described the latest allegations as “abhorrent” and expressed sympathy to the victims. “While the CBI was not previously aware of the most serious allegations, it is vital that they are thoroughly investigated now and we are liaising closely with the police to help ensure any perpetrators are brought to justice.
The CBI added it is expecting a further report from the law firm conducting an internal investigation and will announce steps to “bring about the wider change that is needed” early next week. On Thursday, the CBI confirmed it passed fresh information to the police regarding a report of a “serious criminal offence”.It said it was “liaising closely” with the authorities and has urged anyone with further information to come forward.
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