00:00The chief executive of Pride in London has been dismissed following allegations he misused vouchers meant for volunteers.
00:07Christopher Joel De Shields, who denies the claims, was suspended in September and remained on full pay until his departure
00:14in March.
00:15Volunteer directors allege around £7,000 in donated vouchers were spent on personal items, including perfumes and technology.
00:24Pride in London says an independent investigation led to his dismissal.
00:28A decision upheld on appeal.
00:30The organisation says this year's event will go ahead as planned on the 4th of July.
00:35He has been approached for comment.
00:38Legal proceedings linked to the dispute are continuing in the High Court.
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