Former data watchdog sues woman who raised harassment concerns

theguardian.com

Former UK Information Commissioner John Edwards is reportedly suing a woman who raised harassment concerns. Science Secretary Liz Kendall expressed dismay, calling the alleged legal action against a whistleblower "appalling" after an investigation found Edwards' conduct unacceptable. Edwards resigned in June following an independent probe into claims of sexual harassment and bullying, with an ICO review now underway.


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