Former teacher in court to face more child abuse material charges

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Former teacher in court to face more child abuse material charges

Good Morning Bath — Friday, 25 September 2026

Arthur, of Staple Hill, had been given a suspended prison sentence in 2023 for similar offences.
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Former teacher in court to face more child abuse material charges
• Arthur, of Staple Hill, had been given a suspended prison sentence in 2023 for similar offences.
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