Police unit dubbed 'authoritarian censor'The NPCC has been criticized for advising local forces to withhold information relevant to public interest, raising concerns about transparency.
Dubious' use of the Freedom of Information act stopping access to files on Prince Andrew, researchers sayResearchers demand transparency from the Foreign Office regarding Prince Andrew's files, highlighting discrepancies in information release policies.
New York Times Takes European Commission to Court Over Covid Vaccine DealThe New York Times is suing the European Commission for access to text messages related to the Covid-19 vaccine deal negotiations with Pfizer.
Court: Havering loses second racism cover-up bid - but doesn't rule out a thirdHavering Council's appeal against transparency for investigating institutional bias was rejected, underscoring a significant public interest in accountability.The Romford Recorder successfully secured access to a pivotal report on allegations of discrimination in local government.
Wednesday's Headlines: Just Asking Edition - Streetsblog New York CityThe governor's schedule remains unupdated, raising transparency concerns regarding critical decisions, including congestion pricing negotiations.
Police unit dubbed 'authoritarian censor'The NPCC has been criticized for advising local forces to withhold information relevant to public interest, raising concerns about transparency.
Dubious' use of the Freedom of Information act stopping access to files on Prince Andrew, researchers sayResearchers demand transparency from the Foreign Office regarding Prince Andrew's files, highlighting discrepancies in information release policies.
New York Times Takes European Commission to Court Over Covid Vaccine DealThe New York Times is suing the European Commission for access to text messages related to the Covid-19 vaccine deal negotiations with Pfizer.
Court: Havering loses second racism cover-up bid - but doesn't rule out a thirdHavering Council's appeal against transparency for investigating institutional bias was rejected, underscoring a significant public interest in accountability.The Romford Recorder successfully secured access to a pivotal report on allegations of discrimination in local government.
Wednesday's Headlines: Just Asking Edition - Streetsblog New York CityThe governor's schedule remains unupdated, raising transparency concerns regarding critical decisions, including congestion pricing negotiations.
TfL confirms 'genuine' report ofparanormal activity seen on the TubeOnly one genuine case of paranormal activity reported on TfL in two years.
Reasons given for Boris Johnson peerages inadequate', campaigner saysThe peerage awarded to Charlotte Owen has been criticized for lack of clarity and justification, raising questions about transparency in government appointments.
DWP spent 50,000 trying to stop release of review into disabled man's deathGovernment spent over 50,000 in legal fees to block the release of information following a disabled man's death, raising transparency concerns.
DOT Asks Judge to Dismiss Streetsblog's Lawsuit over Agency's Public Info Stall - Streetsblog New York CityThe DOT's defense against Streetsblog's lawsuit regarding FOIL delays highlights systemic issues in government transparency and accountability.
DWP spent 50,000 trying to stop release of review into disabled man's deathGovernment spent over 50,000 in legal fees to block the release of information following a disabled man's death, raising transparency concerns.
DOT Asks Judge to Dismiss Streetsblog's Lawsuit over Agency's Public Info Stall - Streetsblog New York CityThe DOT's defense against Streetsblog's lawsuit regarding FOIL delays highlights systemic issues in government transparency and accountability.
Bexley Council says over 100 FOI requests from one resident was 'vexatious'Bexley Council deemed multiple FOI requests from Mr. Shvorob as vexatious, but the tribunal acknowledged his public interest motives.
RTE fails in bid to block the release of details on payments to 'Fair City' writersThe Information Commissioner partially upheld the appeal for financial transparency regarding RTÉ payments to Fair City scriptwriters.
Bexley Council says over 100 FOI requests from one resident was 'vexatious'Bexley Council deemed multiple FOI requests from Mr. Shvorob as vexatious, but the tribunal acknowledged his public interest motives.
RTE fails in bid to block the release of details on payments to 'Fair City' writersThe Information Commissioner partially upheld the appeal for financial transparency regarding RTÉ payments to Fair City scriptwriters.
Julian Assange: new play about WikiLeaks founder's life to debut in 2025The new play 'Truth' explores Julian Assange's life to highlight freedom of information and the treatment of whistleblowers.
'Frank and candid' ministerial talks on Sinn Fein's U-turn over puberty blockers will not be made publicSinn Féin agrees to a temporary ban on puberty blockers, sparking debates on transparency and policy formation.
'They've just left me': Almost 60 homeowners can't get properties back from councilHomeowners in Havering face delays reclaiming their properties from the council, leaving some in untenable living situations.
Security costs of UK royals cannot be made public, judges ruleThe cost of protecting the royal family remains a secret due to security concerns.
Reporters Without Borders chief dies of cancer aged 53 DW 06/08/2024Christophe Deloire, secretary-general of RSF, passed away at 53 after leading the organization in defending journalism worldwide.
CNN Panel Gets Tense as Scott Jennings Bites Back at James Carville: You're Not Going to Call Me a Book Burner on TV'The debate on posting the Ten Commandments in classrooms sparks tension between commentators Jennings and Carville.