The department store said Dame Jasvinder Sanghera would be meeting with 'as many survivors as possible'.
Harrods has appointed an advocate for survivors following allegations of sexual misconduct against its former owner Mohamed Al Fayed.
Justice for Harrods Survivors, which represents some of the accusers, said "only a truly independent, robust and transparent process" could address the needs of survivors. In a statement, Dame Jasvinder said survivors "deserve representation from someone who genuinely understands and prioritises their best interests".
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