Party poised to kick out shamed boss

Disgraced Beijing party boss Chen Xitong is likely to be expelled from the party at the forthcoming 7th Party Plenum, sources said yesterday.

The August meeting would conclude the investigation into Chen's corruption scandal, a Beijing source said.

'The party has decided to expel Chen. Chen will face criminal charges and a trial,' sources said.

He is expected to be jailed for several years for accepting bribes and expensive gifts and for dereliction of duties.

Chen's younger son, Chen Xiaotong, would also be brought to court, sources said.

Beijing officials insisted that Chen Xitong would not receive any special treatment when his case was brought to court.