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UK watchdog probes Greencore-Bakkavor merger
The Competition and Markets Authority launches in-depth investigation into proposed £1.7bn merger between food manufacturing giants Greencore and Bakkavor, citing serious competition concerns.
CMA clears Greencore in competition investigation
The Competition and Markets Authority has concluded its investigation into Greencore Group, finding no competition concerns in the UK sandwich manufacturing sector.
Mother's haunting Halloween photo wins photography competition
Discover how Marguerite Omolloy's hauntingly beautiful phone photograph of her children in homemade monster costumes won The Guardian's weekly photography competition with its perfect blend of creativity and nostalgia.
Police misconduct rules 'too lenient' on use of force
A damning report reveals police officers in England and Wales can avoid serious consequences for excessive force under current misconduct rules, raising urgent concerns about accountability.
FCA Under Fire Over Soaring Consumer Complaints
The Financial Conduct Authority faces mounting criticism as consumer complaints against financial firms skyrocket, revealing serious gaps in investor protection and regulatory oversight.
Trump whistleblower nominee withdraws after GOP pushback
In an unprecedented move, Donald Trump's controversial pick to lead a key government watchdog office has withdrawn following significant Republican opposition, marking a rare break in party unity.
AI Chatbots Exposed: Biased Election Advice Revealed
Groundbreaking investigation reveals major AI chatbots deliver unreliable and biased political guidance, raising alarms about their use in democratic processes ahead of elections.
Big Brother flooded with Ofcom complaints over bedroom scene
ITV's Big Brother reboot faces viewer backlash as intimate bedroom behaviour between contestants sparks hundreds of formal complaints to broadcasting watchdog Ofcom.
US Consumer Watchdog Defies Shutdown Threat with Hiring Spree
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau accelerates hiring for nearly 200 positions as political battle over funding threatens agency operations. Exclusive insight into the controversial expansion.
Watchdog warns against transgender school guidance
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has issued a formal warning over Bridget Phillipson's transgender guidance for schools, citing significant legal concerns and potential breaches of equality law.
GMP failed to protect Jewish BBC journalist from death threats
Exclusive: Police watchdog launches investigation as Jewish BBC reporter receives death threats while GMP admits security lapse in Manchester city centre incident.
Domestic abuse in most family court cases - watchdog
A landmark investigation exposes that domestic abuse allegations feature in most family court proceedings in England and Wales, raising urgent questions about victim protection and legal system pressures.
UK Scraps Ministerial Jobs Watchdog ACOBA
The UK government has abolished ACOBA, the watchdog regulating post-ministerial jobs, in a sweeping ethics reform that raises concerns about transparency and the 'revolving door' between politics and business.
Cabinet Office chief investigated over Microsoft role
The government's ethics watchdog is investigating Cabinet Office chief Simon Case after he sought approval to join Microsoft while still serving in Whitehall, raising serious questions about the revolving door between public service and big tech.
Boris Johnson investigated over Saudi Arabia trip
The former Prime Minister is under investigation by ACOBA for failing to seek approval before accepting a speaking engagement in Riyadh, raising fresh questions about post-government conduct.
Boris Johnson breached rules on government contacts
Former PM breached rules designed to prevent abuse of official connections for personal gain, according to ethics investigation that raises fresh questions about post-government conduct.
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Wiltshire Police: 46 Self-Referrals to Watchdog
Exclusive investigation reveals Wiltshire Police referred themselves to watchdog 46 times in five years, raising serious questions about force standards and accountability.
Police watchdog investigates GMP over families treatment
The IOPC has initiated a sweeping investigation into how GMP handles bereaved families after multiple serious complaints revealed systemic failures in communication and support.
Police watchdog probes GMP's treatment of bereaved families
The IOPC has initiated a comprehensive investigation into how GMP handles interactions with families who have lost loved ones following police contact, after multiple serious concerns were raised.
Reality TV show faces record 91,890 Ofcom complaints
A single reality television episode has sparked unprecedented viewer outrage, generating nearly half of all complaints about the most controversial TV programme in half a decade according to broadcasting watchdog Ofcom.
Delivery apps charge double supermarket prices, watchdog warns
UK consumers face staggering markups on everyday groceries through delivery apps, with some items costing twice as much as in-store, according to new consumer watchdog findings.
14 million unfair car loans face compensation claims
The UK financial watchdog reveals over 14 million car finance agreements may have been unfairly priced, with major lenders facing compensation claims that could total billions.
VA Disability Benefits Fraud Exposed: Billions Wasted
Shocking investigation uncovers massive fraud and mismanagement in US veterans' disability system, with billions wasted while genuine claimants face delays.
Ofcom probes Channel 4's 'Open House' sex show
UK media regulator Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into Channel 4's controversial reality show 'Open House: The Great Sex Experiment' after receiving numerous complaints about its sexually explicit content and boundaries-pushing format.
UN warns political will needed to restore Zaporizhzhia power
The UN nuclear watchdog warns that restoring external power to Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia plant requires urgent political will as safety concerns escalate at the Russian-occupied facility.
Dinner lady wins £3m dream home in Omaze draw
A school dinner lady from Cornwall has become an instant millionaire after winning a stunning £3 million mansion in the Omaze property lottery, with her husband declaring 'I'm never going to work again!'
GMP failed to record 780 hate crimes, watchdog reveals
Official watchdog investigation reveals GMP failed to log nearly 800 hate crime incidents, including antisemitic attacks, sparking outrage and calls for urgent reform.
Trump Accused of Hatch Act Breach in Shutdown
Former President Donald Trump faces fresh allegations of violating the Hatch Act after exploiting government shutdown negotiations for political campaigning, according to a bombshell watchdog report.
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