Harrods settling more than 250 claims over alleged sexual misconduct by Mohamed Al Fayed

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy More than 250 people are settling compensation claims over alleged historic sexual misconduct by former Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed. In a statement, Harrods said: “Since 2023, Harrods settled a number of claims with women who alleged historic sexual misconduct by Fayed. open image in gallery More than 250 people are settling compensation claims over alleged historic sexual misconduct by former Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed “Since the airing of the documentary, so far there are over 250-plus individuals who are now in the Harrods’ process to settle claims directly with the business.” Earlier this month, the group Justice For Harrods Survivors said the number of women “feeling safe to come forward” was “increasing on a daily basis”. open image in gallery The Met Police said a detailed and thorough review of allegations against Mr Al Fayed was taking place amid criticism of their actions in response to women who said they had been abused The Met sought “early investigative advice” from the CPS after 10 other allegations, but no further action was taken.