Royal Hospital Pledges Crackdown Amid Claims Kate's Medical Records Breached

THE hospital facing claims that staff attempted to access the Princess of Wales's private medical records has issued a defiant statement, insisting: "All appropriate steps will be taken."

- Emily Ferguson

It came as Downing Street urged the nation to "get behind Kate" amid continued speculation as she continues to recover from surgery.

As many as three unauthorised staff members allegedly tried to access Kate's medical records in a major security breach at the London Clinic, it has been claimed.

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Privacy watchdog the Information Commissioner's Office is looking into the alleged royal data breach at the private hospital in Marylebone, Central London, where Kate had abdominal surgery on January 16.

An internal investigation has been launched. The hospital's chief executive AI Russell said: "Everyone at the London Clinic is acutely aware of our individual, professional, ethical and legal duties with regards to patient confidentiality.

"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.

"We have systems in place to monitor management of patient information and, in the case of any breach, all appropriate investigatory, regulatory and disciplinary steps will be taken.

"There is no place at our hospital for those who intentionally breach the trust of any of our patients or colleagues."