A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
Chinese President Xi Jinping endorsed the conviction of Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai. The move, criticised by the West, comes before PM Keir Starmer's visit. Read the full story.
Housing Secretary Steve Reed announces an independent review into foreign political interference, focusing on Reform UK's Russia links. The probe, led by Philip Rycroft, will report by March.
The UK government has ordered an independent review into foreign financial interference in politics after a former Reform UK leader was jailed for taking pro-Russia bribes. Can new rules protect democracy?
The UK government has announced an independent review into foreign financial interference in politics, following the jailing of ex-Reform UK politician Nathan Gill for taking pro-Kremlin bribes. Discover the details.
Keir Starmer orders investigation into foreign political interference after ex-Reform UK Wales leader Nathan Gill gets 10.5 years for taking Russian bribes. Follow the latest.
The UK's new National Security Act is so broad it could lead to wrongful investigations of journalists, think tanks and protesters, an independent review warns. Read the full report.
Undercover officer Peter Francis reveals senior police resisted telling Macpherson inquiry about covert surveillance of Stephen Lawrence's family. Read the full story.
Good Morning Britain reports the conclusion of the public inquiry into the death of Dawn Sturgess, poisoned by Novichok in Salisbury. Discover the key findings.
Official data shows the UK government has spent over £100 million on legal and staff costs responding to the Covid inquiry. Discover the breakdown and why it's set to be Britain's most expensive public inquiry.
Official figures reveal the Government has spent over £100m on legal and staff costs responding to the Covid inquiry. Discover the full breakdown of the escalating public spending.
The public inquiry into disgraced surgeon Sam Eljamel, who harmed dozens at Ninewells Hospital, begins hearing opening statements. Follow for updates on this major NHS scandal.
SNP government faces mounting criticism for resisting independent inquiry into grooming gangs despite victims' harrowing testimonies. Calls grow for justice as existing child abuse probe could investigate.
Elon Musk's X platform reveals MAGA accounts and Scottish nationalist profiles are actually run from foreign countries including Bangladesh, Nigeria and Iran. Discover the truth behind these political operations.
The Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry reveals it already holds powers to investigate grooming gangs, raising questions over the SNP government's refusal to launch a dedicated probe. Survivors demand action.
MI5 issues unprecedented warning as Chinese intelligence operatives target MPs and staff. Discover the scale of the infiltration and the government's response to this democratic threat.
MI5 issues urgent espionage alert after Chinese intelligence officers attempt to recruit Parliamentary insiders. Security Minister urges vigilance against covert operations.
Denmark launches unprecedented legal action against anonymous social media accounts suspected of foreign election meddling, with Copenhagen authorities targeting platforms including Twitch and Instagram.
Australia's top spy agency ASIO reveals it has thwarted a sophisticated foreign government plot to assassinate multiple Australian citizens, issuing an unprecedented national security warning about the growing threat of transnational repression.
Australia's spy chief warns of sophisticated foreign interference operations targeting politicians, media, and community groups in an urgent national security briefing.
Exclusive: American intelligence officials warn that systemic corruption within the US government is creating severe vulnerabilities that could be exploited by foreign adversaries.
Exclusive: Billionaire investor Scott Bessent tells Senate committee about Chinese President Xi Jinping's purported admission of US election interference, raising serious questions about foreign influence in American democracy.
Exclusive investigation reveals how foreign academics studying British politics faced intimidation and interference, raising serious concerns about academic freedom in international research.
An explosive investigation into grooming gangs across Britain has been plunged into disarray, with allegations of political interference, procedural failures, and fundamental questions about whether victims will ever see justice.
Victoria Prentis faces mounting pressure after undisclosed meetings with Chinese officials, raising national security concerns and questions about transparency.
Exclusive: UK authorities arrest parliamentary researcher in major security operation investigating alleged Chinese spying activities targeting British politicians and sensitive defence information.
Conservative MPs are forcing a Commons vote to uncover classified documents about China, following the dramatic collapse of a parliamentary researcher's espionage case that has sent shockwaves through Whitehall.
Key witness in Chinese espionage case avoids crucial questions about Beijing's alleged interference in British legal proceedings, raising concerns about foreign influence operations.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's landmark child sex abuse inquiry faces mounting criticism over delays and survivor treatment as crucial hearings remain incomplete.
A prominent victim of grooming gangs resigns from a major inquiry, accusing Labour MP Jess Phillips of defamation and claiming political interference in the investigation process.