Details of the Case
Sir Keir Starmer, the current leader of the Labour party, has been implicated in the Mohamed Fayed scandal following the Crown Prosecution Service's decision not to bring charges during his tenure as the director of public prosecutions. Fayed, the owner of Harrod's, was accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl in the London department store, but no charges were filed.
Political Criticism
Political rivals have criticized Sir Keir for the CPS's failure to prosecute Fayed during his time as DPP. Tory shadow policing and crime minister Matt Vickers accused Sir Keir of deflecting blame for the oversight. Critics argue that there was a missed opportunity to hold Fayed accountable for his alleged actions.
Claims and Responses
While a No10 source denied Sir Keir's direct involvement in the case, doubts have been raised about whether he was aware of the allegations against Fayed. A former head of security for the Royal Family suggested that it was unlikely Sir Keir was not informed of the high-profile case, given Fayed's status and previous interactions with establishment figures.
Scrutiny Over Leadership
Sir Keir's leadership during his tenure at the CPS has come under scrutiny, with questions raised about his handling of high-profile cases, including the Jimmy Savile scandal. Despite facing criticism, Sir Keir's spokesperson reiterated his commitment to ensuring justice for victims of crime and holding criminals accountable during his time as DPP.
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