Manchester’s senior coroner Nigel Meadows has been suspended amid allegations of sexual harassment and other claims, the Manchester Evening News can reveal.
It is understood several female members of staff in the coroners’ office have made complaints about Mr Meadows’ alleged behaviour.
The complaints concern alleged inappropriate remarks about clothing and alleged inappropriate staring, the M.E.N. has learned.
Today (Thursday), the Judicial Conduct Investigations Office (JCIO), which is responsible for investigating complaints against judicial officers, including coroners, confirmed Mr Meadows had been suspended as part of an ongoing investigation.
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