The Daily Mail has clarified that the byline "Anna Melton" on its August 14, 2025 article about cocaine use at children's parties was fictitious.
The publication confirmed the error was not connected to Anna Melton, a director at Derbyshire-based PR firm In the Works PR.
Correction and Apology Issued
The Daily Mail apologized for any distress or embarrassment caused by the mistaken byline.
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