Epping hotel judge 'reported to conduct office' over bias allegations

Lord Justice Bean faces allegations of bias due to ties with Left-wing causes after he ruled to allow asylum seekers to remain at the Bell Hotel in Epping. Barrister Steven Barrett has lodged a complaint claiming Bean's involvement with advocacy groups for migrants creates a conflict of interest. The Court of Appeal’s decision overturned a prior injunction that sought to evict 138 asylum seekers, a move seen as a win for the Home Office.

Concerns erupted following a recent incident involving a migrant at the hotel accused of making inappropriate advances towards a 14-year-old girl. Residents celebrated the ruling, thanking political figures like Keir Starmer for support.