Court rejects MP Liam Byrne's standards appeal
Former Minister Liam Byrne faces political setback as Court of Appeal rejects bid to overturn parliamentary standards ruling, raising questions about MP conduct and accountability.
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MP demands transparency on Prince Andrew settlement funds
Senior Conservative Geoffrey Clifton-Brown challenges ministers over confidential settlement with Virginia Giuffre, demanding transparency about taxpayer money involvement.
Government in constitutional clash over legal advice
A constitutional standoff has erupted in Westminster as ministers refuse to release legal advice about a controversial Liberal Democrat amendment, sparking accusations of parliamentary obstruction.
MPs probe Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge rent deal
Cross-party committee intensifies pressure on government to reveal details of Duke of York's controversial Windsor residence deal amid transparency concerns.
MP demands three-year lobbying ban for ex-ministers
Independent MP Monique Ryan calls for urgent parliamentary reform to prevent MPs from immediately joining lobbying firms after leaving office, citing serious conflict of interest concerns.
Government accused of secret PM letters in transparency row
The Australian opposition has launched fierce accusations against the Labor government, claiming they're deliberately concealing correspondence between the Prime Minister and ministers, sparking a major transparency debate in Canberra.
Parliament official's £315k retirement payment scandal
A bombshell report reveals a senior Australian parliamentary official received a controversial £315,000 retirement payment while overseeing government property decisions, raising serious ethical concerns.
NSW constitutional crisis over 120-year-old law
A dramatic constitutional showdown has unfolded in New South Wales as Chris Minns' chief of staff refuses to comply with a parliamentary order, invoking legal privilege and sparking a major political confrontation.
Guardian Issues Corrections Across Political and Financial Reporting
The Guardian's latest corrections roundup addresses errors across political reporting, financial coverage, and cultural stories, demonstrating the newspaper's commitment to accuracy and transparency in journalism.
China threatens UK retaliation over foreign influence rules
Tensions escalate as China warns of 'necessary measures' against Britain's new foreign influence transparency regulations, marking a significant downturn in bilateral relations.
Trump's Supreme Court Using Secret 'Shadow Docket'
An explosive investigation reveals how Trump-appointed Supreme Court justices are using the 'shadow docket' to push through conservative rulings without public scrutiny, raising serious concerns about judicial transparency.
Optus Among Companies Paying Zero Tax Despite Billions
Shocking analysis reveals how major corporations including Optus, EnergyAustralia and Chevron legally paid zero income tax despite earning billions in revenue across Australia.
Nottinghamshire Council Reverses Journalist Ban
A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.
Mormon Church's $100B fund and Hawaii property scandal
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints confronts growing scrutiny after revelations about its enormous investment portfolio and exclusive Hawaiian land purchase, raising questions about religious financial transparency.
Corporate middlemen mask Australian fossil fuel profits
A groundbreaking report exposes how complex corporate structures are masking the real beneficiaries of Australia's lucrative fossil fuel industry, raising concerns about accountability and transparency.
Trump Leaks Damning Photo of Democrats' Gifts
Donald Trump reveals damning photograph showing Democrats receiving extravagant presents, igniting fresh controversy about political integrity and transparency in Westminster.
Guardian Issues Corrections: Journalism Transparency
The Guardian's latest corrections reveal errors from election coverage to celebrity interviews, showing the importance of transparency in modern journalism.
Labour peer's £55m property empire raises transparency questions
Exclusive investigation reveals Labour peer Waheed Alli's controversial business interests and property dealings, raising serious questions about transparency in Keir Starmer's administration.
UK Government Accused of Withholding Vital Seabird Data
Exclusive: Conservation groups demand transparency as Defra faces allegations of sitting on crucial seabird population data, raising fears of a deepening ecological crisis in England's coastal regions.
Guardian Issues Corrections: Maintaining Journalism Standards
The Guardian's latest corrections column addresses errors ranging from political misstatements to scientific inaccuracies, demonstrating the newspaper's commitment to transparency in journalism.
What If Politicians Actually Answered The Question?
A radical thought experiment imagines a political landscape where evasion is replaced by direct answers. Discover the transformative potential of truth-telling in Westminster and how it could reshape public trust, policy, and democracy itself.
MPs Demand Companies House Reform After Blackburn Labour Scandal
UK politicians are calling for urgent reform of Companies House after it was revealed the Blackburn Labour Party was wrongly listed as a person of significant control for dozens of dormant firms, exposing a major flaw in the corporate register.
The Guardian Removes Content in Rare Editorial Reversal
The Guardian has taken the unusual step of removing an article and its accompanying podcast episode. This in-depth report explores the reasons behind this rare editorial decision and its implications for journalistic standards.
Kash Patel: CIA put me on 'assassination list'
Ex-Trump aide Kash Patel makes explosive allegations on Charlie Kirk's show, claiming the US government's pledge of transparency is a facade and revealing he was placed on an 'assassination list' by the CIA.
Study: ChatGPT Users Can't Tell AI from Humans
Groundbreaking research uncovers that many ChatGPT users can't distinguish the AI from a human, raising urgent questions about transparency and trust in artificial intelligence.
Governor Beshear sued over transition team secrecy
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is sued by a government watchdog for withholding transition team records, raising transparency concerns just months after his re-election.
Lammy: Hillsborough Law will punish serious wrongdoing
Foreign Secretary David Lammy announces landmark 'Hillsborough Law' to end impunity for public authorities and create a legal duty of candour, forcing transparency in official investigations.
Hillsborough Law: Duty of Candour Bill Heads to Parliament
The Hillsborough Law, a new bill mandating a legal 'duty of candour' on public officials, will be presented to Parliament. It aims to prevent future cover-ups like the one following the 1989 disaster that claimed 97 lives.
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