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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.

Met Police: 1,000 officers accused of sexual offences

Exclusive investigation reveals nearly 1,000 Metropolitan Police officers have faced sexual misconduct allegations while serving, exposing deep-rooted cultural problems within Britain's largest police force.

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.

UK Police Forces Face Legal Action Over Data Breaches

Multiple police services across Britain, including West Midlands and Greater Manchester Police, are under investigation for potentially compromising sensitive information of victims and witnesses in evidence submissions.

Police officer guilty of assault over teen headlock

A Metropolitan Police officer has been convicted of assault after restraining a teenage girl in a headlock during a stop in north London, raising serious questions about police use of force.

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.

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.

Met Police officer arrested in BBC Panorama probe

A serving Metropolitan Police officer has been arrested following a BBC Panorama investigation, marking another blow to the force's reputation as authorities examine potential misconduct.

Met Police sergeant arrested at Charing Cross station

A serving Metropolitan Police sergeant based at Charing Cross police station has been arrested and suspended following a probe by the Directorate of Professional Standards. The officer remains in custody as investigations continue.

Met Police officer arrested after BBC racism probe

A serving Metropolitan Police constable has been suspended and arrested following a shocking BBC investigation that captured him using vile racist language and making threats while on duty.

Police ignored Jewish community security warnings

Exclusive: Sussex Police faces mounting pressure as Jewish leaders reveal security concerns were ignored months before recent incidents, raising serious questions about police preparedness.

Manchester Armed Police Siege Ends With Arrest

A major police operation involving armed officers and negotiators unfolded in Manchester after reports of a man making serious threats, bringing a residential street to a standstill.

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