Charles Spencer’s partner Catrine Jarman settles legal dispute with Karen Spencer

A legal dispute involving Catrine Jarman and Karen Spencer has concluded, with the case highlighting issues around medical privacy and personal confidentiality.

The matter was addressed during proceedings at the Royal Courts of Justice in London, where it was determined that Countess Spencer was responsible for disclosing Jarman’s diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis without her consent.

The outcome requires the Countess to cover damages and legal costs linked to the case.

In a statement delivered by Jarman’s lawyer, Dina Siloh, the ruling was described as an affirmation of her client’s right to medical confidentiality.

The statement emphasized that decisions about sharing personal health information should rest solely with the individual concerned.

It also noted that Jarman had not received a direct apology and that the full extent of the disclosure remained unclear.

Jarman, an academic, said she was relieved that the proceedings had ended and intends to continue her professional work while raising awareness about multiple sclerosis, a condition affecting thousands in the United Kingdom.

Charles Spencer also commented on the outcome, praising Jarman for handling the situation with “grace” and stressing that individuals living with serious health conditions should retain full control over how and when they share such information.

The case follows the recent divorce between Countess Spencer and Earl Spencer, which brought additional attention to the dispute.

Jarman had alleged that her diagnosis was shared with members of the Spencer household without her permission.

Earlier legal proceedings related to the matter had been settled out of court in 2025, with both sides maintaining their positions. The latest developments effectively bring the dispute to a close.

Countess Spencer has not publicly commented on the most recent ruling.