Misconduct hearing for PC Martin Bayford

Notice of hearing to be held in public

Name of the officers concerned: PC Martin Bayford

Date: 3 to 6 August 2026

Time: 09.30am

Location: Misconduct Hearings Unit, 4th floor, Palestra House, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NJ

Police Constable Martin Bayford, based within West Area Command Unit, will answer allegations that his conduct amounted to a breach of the Standards of Professional Behaviour in respect of:

* Discreditable Conduct

It is alleged that, whilst off duty, PC Bayford touched Officer A inappropriately, including touching her bottom area and engaging in a hugging-type motion. These actions were intentional, sexual in nature, occurred without her consent and without a reasonable belief that she was consenting.

The matter and conduct set out above is said to amount to gross misconduct, namely a breach of the standards of professional behaviour that, if proved, are so serious as to justify dismissal.

The identity of victims and witnesses will be protected during the hearing as appropriate.

If you wish to apply to attend the hearing you must book no later than 1pm the previous working day. This is to allow for sufficient time to process the application. Any requests received after this time will be unable to be processed in time for the hearing and therefore will be rejected.

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