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Who set up the ICGS?
The Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme (ICGS) was established by Parliament itself in 2018. It followed a review into bullying and harassment in Westminster, aiming to create a confidential and independent process for staff to report concerns. This is the scheme Tony Vaughan's case went through.
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