Bombshell file on Met links to News International was dismissed by Leveson Inquiry – classified 2006 document alleged senior officer passed secret information on Met chief’s decisions to the ‘News of the World’ Tom Harper Sunday, 19 January 2014 The… Read More ›
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Queen of England issues Royal Charter to Control the free press / The Monarchy comes to life
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New York Times says Royal Charter harms free speech
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