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Who in your nanny circle might be breaking the laws of friendship? Jan Hurst reads out the charge sheet This may be the season of goodwill to all, but social gatherings often take an unpleasant turn. Have you ever been the victim of a dirty tricks campaign among your group of nanny friends, or are you the 'mean girl' in your group?

This may be the season of goodwill to all, but social gatherings often take an unpleasant turn. Have you ever been the victim of a dirty tricks campaign among your group of nanny friends, or are you the 'mean girl' in your group?

An informal survey among nannies reveals nannies are not all as supportive towards each other as they could be, while many find it hard to take what's being dished out by 'friends'. The top five crimes are listed below. If you are suffering, here is how to turn the tables; if you are guilty, stop it NOW.

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