Sydney Ross Benson was a Scottish journalist and gossip columnist known for his personal style. Educated at Gordonstoun School in Scotland, he worked for London Life magazine after leaving school before joining the Daily Mail newspaper as the deputy diary editor at the age of 20. His uncle, the photographer Harry Benson, was an early mentor.
Met PC sacked for 'spanking' 12-year-old girl
Ross Benson was also placed on the College of Police's barred list, after the misconduct hearing.
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