Arrest made over alleged bribery linked to pandemic, UK police say
( July 30, 2026, 10:55 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: An investigation into alleged corruption involving the supply of personal protective clothing during the pandemic has led to one man being arrested and another being questioned, UK police said on Thursday. "A joint investigation was launched in January 2026, after officers received allegations that a former employee within the [National Health Service] had allegedly bypassed official procurement processes to supply the £10.3 million PPE contract to a known associate and company director," City of London Police said.Statement follows....
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