Accelerated misconduct hearing for TDC Iain Layley
Notice of a hearing to be held in public
Name of the officer concerned: TDC Iain Layley
Date: 5 October 2026
Time: 11am
Location: Palestra House, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NJ
This is a conduct matter concerning Training Detective Constable Iain Layley. It is alleged that, between 2024 and February 2026, TDC Layley engaged in a course of conduct towards a female colleague ("Female A") which was unwelcome and inappropriate.
The alleged conduct included making inappropriate, misogynistic and sexually suggestive comments; engaging in repeated discussions of a sexual nature; making unwanted comments about Female A's appearance, scent and personal characteristics; seeking physical contact; and otherwise behaving towards Female A in a manner that was unwelcome and inappropriate.
Training Detective Constable Iain Layley of East Area Command Unit will answer allegations that his conduct amounts to a breach of the Standards of Professional Behaviour in respect of:
- Discreditable Conduct
It is alleged that this conduct, if proven, individually and/or cumulatively amounts to gross misconduct and therefore should be dismissed.
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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