Princess Kate ‘security breach’ as hospital staff ‘attempted to view private medical records’ at London Clinic
HOSPITAL staff reportedly attempted to view Princess Kate’s private medical records in an alleged security breach at the London Clinic.
Bosses have reportedly launched a probe into the claims Kate’s confidentiality was breached while she was a patient at the clinic.
At least one member of staff was allegedly caught trying to access Kate’s medical records during her stay in January, the Mirror reports.
Kate is understood to have been made aware of the alleged security breach.
An insider told the newspaper: “This is a major security breach and incredibly damaging for the hospital, given its unblemished reputation for treating members of the Royal Family.
“Senior hospital bosses contacted Kensington Palace immediately after the incident was brought to their attention.
“They assured the palace there would be a full investigation.”
It is a criminal offence for any staff in an NHS or private healthcare setting to access the medical records of a patient without the consent of the organisation’s data controller.
The London Clinic refused to comment on the alleged security breach.
But a spokesperson said: “We firmly believe that all our patients, no matter their status, deserve total privacy and confidentiality regarding their medical information.”
Kensington Palace said: “This is a matter for The London Clinic.”
It comes after the Princess of Wales smiled and looked relaxed and happy on a shopping trip with devoted hubby William.
Kate, 42, dressed down in a hoodie and leggings, carried her own shopping as she strolled through the car park at a farm shop.
Footage emerged just hours after The Sun exclusively revealed Kate had spent Saturday shopping in Windsor and Sunday morning watching her children play sport.
It comes amid weeks of vile and bullying online behaviour where wild conspiracy theories have spread unchecked.
The Sun last week called on the world to ‘Lay Off Kate’ after she was harshly criticised for editing her Mother’s Day family photo.