Menu
16/06/2009
Former Nanny Apologises To Beckhams
David and Victoria Beckham have received a High Court apology from their former nanny.
A judge in London heard that Abbie Gibson had now agreed to give "permanent undertakings of confidentiality" to the celebrity couple after she disclosed private and confidential information about them, following her resignation.
Their solicitor, Gerrard Tyrell, told Mr Justice Eady: "Ms Gibson has also agreed to the withdrawal of her claim for constructive dismissal that she made against the claimants which was issued in the Employment Tribunal in August 2005."
Mr Tyrell added that Ms Gibson "has conditionally apologised to David and Victoria Beckham and their family for breaching her duties of confidence".
The court proceedings against the former nanny followed the publication of a newspaper article in April 2005.
Mr Tyrell said after she resigned, after working as nanny to the Beckhams children between May 2003 and March 2005, she gave an interview to the News of the World.
In the article which was captioned "Beckhams behind closed doors", she disclosed private and confidential information about the Beckhams and their family.
The News of the World used this information as the basis for the article published on April 24, 2005.
Mr Tyrell said Ms Gibson "now accepts that she should not have breached her duties of confidence to David and Victoria Beckham and their children to the News of the World".
(JM/BMcC)
A judge in London heard that Abbie Gibson had now agreed to give "permanent undertakings of confidentiality" to the celebrity couple after she disclosed private and confidential information about them, following her resignation.
Their solicitor, Gerrard Tyrell, told Mr Justice Eady: "Ms Gibson has also agreed to the withdrawal of her claim for constructive dismissal that she made against the claimants which was issued in the Employment Tribunal in August 2005."
Mr Tyrell added that Ms Gibson "has conditionally apologised to David and Victoria Beckham and their family for breaching her duties of confidence".
The court proceedings against the former nanny followed the publication of a newspaper article in April 2005.
Mr Tyrell said after she resigned, after working as nanny to the Beckhams children between May 2003 and March 2005, she gave an interview to the News of the World.
In the article which was captioned "Beckhams behind closed doors", she disclosed private and confidential information about the Beckhams and their family.
The News of the World used this information as the basis for the article published on April 24, 2005.
Mr Tyrell said Ms Gibson "now accepts that she should not have breached her duties of confidence to David and Victoria Beckham and their children to the News of the World".
(JM/BMcC)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
26 April 2005
Beckhams to sue former nanny over marriage allegations
David and Victoria Beckham are to sue their former nanny after allegations she made about their marriage in the ‘News of the World’. A spokesperson for the couple said that they would be launching legal proceedings against Abbie Gibson for breach of confidence.
Beckhams to sue former nanny over marriage allegations
David and Victoria Beckham are to sue their former nanny after allegations she made about their marriage in the ‘News of the World’. A spokesperson for the couple said that they would be launching legal proceedings against Abbie Gibson for breach of confidence.
14 December 2005
Employment figures on the increase
The number of people being employed across the UK has shown an increase, according to latest figures. This month's figures show an increase in the number of people in employment but a fall in the employment rate. The number of people in employment rose by 58,000 over the quarter. The unemployment rate was 4%, up 0.
Employment figures on the increase
The number of people being employed across the UK has shown an increase, according to latest figures. This month's figures show an increase in the number of people in employment but a fall in the employment rate. The number of people in employment rose by 58,000 over the quarter. The unemployment rate was 4%, up 0.
04 November 2004
Future of UN could be decided in 2005, says Annan
The 60th UN general assembly, set to be held next year, may determine the "whole future of the United Nations", according to the world body's secretary general.
Future of UN could be decided in 2005, says Annan
The 60th UN general assembly, set to be held next year, may determine the "whole future of the United Nations", according to the world body's secretary general.
16 October 2014
Walliams Settles Hacking Claim With NGN
David Walliams has reached an undisclosed settlement with News Group Newspapers (NGN) over phone-hacking allegations. Walliams had begun a legal chase after being told by the news group that it had been intercepting his voicemail since 2005. No details of the settlement have been released but the figure is said to be "substantial".
Walliams Settles Hacking Claim With NGN
David Walliams has reached an undisclosed settlement with News Group Newspapers (NGN) over phone-hacking allegations. Walliams had begun a legal chase after being told by the news group that it had been intercepting his voicemail since 2005. No details of the settlement have been released but the figure is said to be "substantial".
20 January 2012
Merseyside Crime Down 40% Since 2005
Merseyside police have welcomed figures that say crime in Merseyside has fallen by over 40% in the past five years. According to statistics released by the Home Office on Thursday, crime had continued to fall in Merseyside with a reduction of 41% over the last five years since 2005/06.
Merseyside Crime Down 40% Since 2005
Merseyside police have welcomed figures that say crime in Merseyside has fallen by over 40% in the past five years. According to statistics released by the Home Office on Thursday, crime had continued to fall in Merseyside with a reduction of 41% over the last five years since 2005/06.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:After a dry start this morning rain will spread from the northwest across all parts. This afternoon will be dull with some patchy rain and drizzle. Becoming much milder through the afternoon. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:A cloudy evening and night with a little light rain or drizzle, perhaps some clear periods developing along the east coast. A very mild night everywhere. Minimum temperature 10 °C.
