Kate will be “very upset” staff at The London Clinic tried to access her medical records, Royal expert says
THREE London Clinic workers are under investigation after claims they tried to access Princess Kate's medical records, reports say.It is not known whether they have been suspended or when the clinic first became aware of the allegations, theA spokesperson for the clinic told The Sun they wouldn't comment on numbers of staff being investigated or any other details.
"Senior hospital bosses contacted Kensington Palace immediately after the incident was brought to their attention and assured the palace there would be a full investigation. "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.
"Our guidance is clear: we expect doctors to make sure any personal information about patients is effectively protected at all times against improper access, disclosure or loss, and they must not access a patient's personal information unless they have a legitimate reason to view it.
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