WorldBBCDavid Walliams: Author Chloe Combi says there were 'real concerns' about him in publishing industry
A UK author says concerns about David Walliams's behaviour around young female staff were an open secret in publishing as far back as 2015.
The comedian denies allegations of sexual misconduct, inappropriate behaviour and abusing his power more than 10 years ago.
Author Chloe Combi told the BBC she was warned in 2015 not to invite David Walliams to schools due to concerns about his behaviour around young female staff.
A Guardian and ITV News investigation alleged several women accused Walliams of sexual misconduct and abusing his position, all of which he denies.
HarperCollins, which published his best-selling children's books, dropped Walliams last year following its own internal investigation into his conduct.
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