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A former police constable, Kayleigh Moye, 28, appeared at Birmingham Magistrates' Court on misconduct and drug charges.
She faces four counts of misconduct in a public office and three drug charges, including cannabis supply.
The case is listed for a Crown Court hearing on February 11, with bail granted to Moye.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct stated she accessed information about four known criminals.
Authorities allege the relationships with the criminals were not disclosed to her employer.
The incident covers alleged misconduct and drug activity between September 2022 and December 2023.
The drug charges include cannabis supply on November 20, 2023, and possession in December 2023 and February 2024.
The hearing followed a six-minute session where Moye became distressed as the proceedings concluded.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct is conducting the investigation into misconduct and related charges.

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Deb Gascoyne was diagnosed with smouldering myeloma in July 2009 after a GP visit for a sore throat, changing her life trajectory.
A nurse's spur‑of‑the‑moment blood tests led to an early diagnosis that may have saved Deb's life.
Despite relapses, Deb has remained active in fundraising, aiming to raise £250,000 for researchers.
Deb underwent two stem cell transplants and continued maintenance treatment through ongoing relapses.
She plans another London-to-Paris cycling challenge in May to support myeloma research, joined by family and clinicians.
Deb emphasizes listening to one's body and being an advocate for timely medical tests.
Myeloma UK supports Deb, reflecting the broader network aiding patients through treatment and fundraising.
Deb has spent years balancing family life with treatment while actively fundraising for research.
Her story illustrates the impact of cancer on parents’ plans for their children's futures.
Deb remains hopeful and grateful for the time with family as she continues treatment and advocacy.

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Mahmood proposes giving herself the power to sack chief constables, a shift from the PCC-led model.
The move follows scrutiny of West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig Guildford after a high-risk fixture decision.
An independent report concluded the force knew the fixture was high-risk but missed details at senior levels.
Mahmood said she lost confidence in Guildford, with calls for his resignation.
Only the police and crime commissioner currently holds the power to sack Guildford.
The discussion comes as AI tools reportedly influenced intelligence used in police decisions.
The Home Secretary emphasized the need for accountability and integrity in leadership.
Lawmakers and officials debate the balance between national authority and local policing control.
Mahmood described the situation as a political and administrative shift in policing oversight.
The article situates the issue within ongoing Westminster political debate and public accountability.

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