HMRC child benefit privacy breach scandal exposed
Tax authorities face legal crisis as experts reveal HMRC likely violated privacy laws by unlawfully collecting personal data to halt child benefit payments to thousands of families.
Tax authorities face legal crisis as experts reveal HMRC likely violated privacy laws by unlawfully collecting personal data to halt child benefit payments to thousands of families.
Former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn fights to clear his name as his legal team challenges the murder conviction in Victoria's Court of Appeal, arguing crucial evidence was mishandled.
A UK landlord faces severe backlash after being discovered rifling through a tenant's personal belongings, including underwear drawers, raising serious concerns about tenant rights and privacy violations in rental properties.
The Duchess of York breaks her silence with an emotional appeal for privacy as the Princess of Wales continues her cancer treatment, revealing her own health struggles and royal family solidarity.
Court records reveal Facebook provided private messages from a North Carolina murder investigation, raising serious questions about digital privacy and law enforcement access to personal data.
A man convicted of a brutal sexual assault in NSW's Blue Mountains is fighting to overturn his guilty verdict, claiming legal errors in his trial. Discover the latest developments in this shocking case.
Discover the meticulous methodology behind The Independent's VPN testing process - from speed analysis to security protocols and real-world performance assessments.
Detectives in Stafford are appealing for witnesses and information following a violent attack that left a man with serious injuries in the town centre.
Ghislaine Maxwell launches desperate Supreme Court appeal against her 20-year sentence for sex trafficking, arguing controversial legal grounds in final bid for freedom.
Shocking new research reveals Instagram's covert data collection practices, tracking user activity even when the app is closed. Discover the privacy implications for millions of UK users.
A Texas hospital director faces serious legal action after covert cameras were discovered in patient and staff bathrooms, sparking a major privacy scandal and lawsuits.
A leading cybersecurity expert reveals the most common and dangerous privacy mistake people make online, exposing them to fraud and identity theft. Discover the simple steps you can take to protect yourself today.
The Court of Appeal quashes the 41-year-old murder convictions of two men in a shocking miscarriage of justice case from Epping Forest, citing 'lurid' and unreliable cell confession evidence.
A shocking exposé from the University of Michigan reveals how private investigators, hired by Donald Trump's company, engaged in extensive surveillance of his own employees, allies, and journalists, raising grave concerns over privacy and power.
Singer Peter Andre expresses outrage after intimate family photos are leaked without consent, sparking a privacy debate.
Senior MPs call for a public inquiry into the Lucy Letby case as her legal team prepares to appeal the conviction. Questions arise over hospital and police handling.
A family's desperate appeal for support as their loved one fights for life following a devastating car accident.
The Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal by a Leicestershire man convicted of serious child abuse offences, reaffirming the severity of his crimes.
Two Leicester police officers have failed in their bid to overturn misconduct findings after a Court of Appeal ruling. The case highlights ongoing scrutiny of police accountability.
The NHS is urgently calling for blood donors with a rare subtype to help save a man in the US battling sickle cell disease. Time is critical.
Police in Cornwall are urgently searching for Claire Bennett, who went missing in Truro. Authorities are appealing for any information from the public to help locate her.
West Midlands Police release CCTV footage of a violent attack in Manchester, urging the public to help identify the suspect involved in the disturbing incident.
Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was seriously injured in a daylight attack in Chippenham. The suspect remains at large.
Crystal Palace has lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) after being denied entry into the Europa League and Conference League. The club argues that UEFA's decision is unfair and seeks reinstatement.
After half a century, Clive Freeman continues his battle to overturn a murder conviction in one of Britain's most controversial 'burking' cases. New evidence suggests a grave miscarriage of justice.
Neonatal nurse Lucy Letby's new legal team is challenging her convictions, citing 'seriously flawed' expert reports, as a defence expert warns of potential miscarriages of justice.
Crystal Palace's bid to overturn their exclusion from the Europa League has been rejected by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, leaving their European dreams in tatters.
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish has publicly supported defender Marc Guéhi following the club's appeal to CAS, while also welcoming new manager Oliver Glasner.
Labour proposes stricter deportation appeal rules to prevent foreign criminals from abusing the UK's immigration system, aiming to close legal loopholes and expedite removals.
A grieving widow urges others to get heart checks after her healthy husband collapsed and died from an undiagnosed cardiac condition.