Des Smith (headteacher)
Desmond 'Des' P Smith MA, BA, ACDip was, until his retirement in July 2006, the successful headteacher at All Saints Catholic School and Technology College, Dagenham. Smith attracted media attention by making the indiscreet remarks that triggered the Cash for Peerages scandal.
Read more about Des Smith (headteacher): All Saints Catholic School, Dagenham, City Academy Programme, Cash For Peerages, Drink-driving
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