- Bushell had been accused of bullying and racist remarks
- Investigation ‘fundamentally mishandled’, she says
The short reign of Delia Bushell at the Jockey Club ended in extraordinary and ignominious circumstances on Sunday night when the centuries-old organisation issued a statement that she would stand down immediately. The position of the 48-year-old, whose arrival was heralded with delight just 13 months ago, was said to be untenable following a review of allegations against her, including claims of bullying and making racist comments.
The review was conducted by an unnamed barrister, said to be independent of the Jockey Club and appointed and briefed by an employment lawyer rather than the Club itself. After interviewing 19 witnesses including Bushell, he found evidence to support some of the allegations, according to the statement.
Written by Chris Cook
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