Kate Middleton hacking mystery: Data watchdog launches urgent probe into hospital where Princess was treated after ‘staff tried to access her medical files’ – but clinic bosses REFUSE to reveal how long they’ve known and if anyone has been sacked

The private hospital where Kate Middleton had surgery last night refused to disclose whether staff who allegedly tried to hack the royal’s medical records were still working there.

Bosses at The London Clinic launched an urgent probe after it was claimed at least one staff member had attempted to access the Princess of Wales’ personal details after her planned abdominal surgery in January.Mystery shrouded the scandal last night, with the prestigious clinic refusing to answer when it was first made aware of the alleged violation or if the staff responsible had been suspended as it investigates. MailOnline has contacted the London Clinic for further comment. Data watchdog the Information Commissioner’s Officer (ICO) confirmed it had ‘received a breach report’ and was in the process of ‘assessing the information provided’.

Meanwhile, insiders at the hospital, based in Marylebone, central London, said staff had been ‘left utterly shocked and distraught’ that a ‘trusted colleague’ could have carried out such a ‘breach of trust and ethics’.

The Princess is said to be aware of the allegations, while a spokesperson for Kensington Palace said: ‘This is a matter for the London Clinic.’ The alleged breach of privacy comes as crazed conspiracy theories emerged after the Princess recovered in private following her procedure on January 16.