Sherborne

British

/ ˈʃɛːbɔːn /

noun

a town in S England in Dorset: noted for its medieval abbey, ruined medieval castle, and Sherborne Castle, a mansion built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594. Pop: 9350 (2001)

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David Sherborne, representing the seven, told the High Court on Monday that he will show "there was clear and systematic use of unlawful gathering of information" at ANL.

From Barron's

On Monday, Sherborne had set out the claims of Frost, Baroness Lawrence, and Prince Harry - who said the alleged behaviour had left him "paranoid beyond belief".

From BBC

Opening the seven claimants' case against ANL on Monday, their lawyer David Sherborne said he will show "there was clear and systematic use of unlawful gathering of information" at the publisher.

From Barron's

Concluding his opening statement Tuesday, Sherborne said if the claimants won the case, "the damages will have to be significant given what the activities involved".

From Barron's

David Sherborne, representing the claimants, quoted the prince in his written submission as saying the papers' alleged activity created "distrust and suspicion".

From BBC

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