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Ex-Sheriff of Nottingham Zafran Khan denies allegations of abusing position
Overview
The former Sheriff of Nottingham and Labour councillor, Zafran Khan, has denied allegations that he abused his position to secure a car repair discount, claim gig tickets, and receive free hospitality. An external investigation by Bevan Brittan found he breached the council's code of conduct. However, Khan's legal representation argued against the findings during a Standards and Governance Committee hearing, which was ultimately abandoned due to concerns raised about a panel member.
Key points
- Zafran Khan denied allegations that he abused his position as the Sheriff of Nottingham.
- An external investigation by legal firm Bevan Brittan concluded Khan breached the council's code of conduct.
- The investigation found Khan secured a substantial discount on Land Rover repairs, received event tickets without timely declaration, and attended hospitality events without proper reporting.
- Khan's legal team submitted that the discount was a goodwill gesture and that event attendances were conducted in a civic capacity.
- A Standards and Governance Committee hearing was abandoned after Khan's lawyers raised concerns regarding a panel member.