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July 09, 2009
News of the World involved in hacking and bugging public figures
Nick Davies wrote in Flat Earth News about how the UK media have used ethically and legally dubious techniques in order to break stories. While he was criticised at the time, many of his arguments have been vindicated by a shocking story of the News of the World's (and therefore also News International's) involvement in widespread hacking and in accessing confidential information.
These ethically and legally dubious News of the World tactics invaded the privacy of thousands of individuals: including the senior government politician (and then Deputy Prime Minister) John Prescott. This story has been linked to a number of senior figures - including the Conservative Party Press Chief (and former News of the World editor) Andy Coulson.
Members of Parliament and the Metropolitan Police will both be investigating this story. The Guardian is live-blogging this story, for those who would like to follow developments.
Posted by jon_mendel at July 9, 2009 02:14 PM
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