Broadcaster John Stapleton Dies Peacefully Aged 79
The entertainment world mourns the loss of iconic broadcaster John Stapleton, who passed away peacefully at 79. Remembered for his legendary career on BBC's Watchdog and GMTV.
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CMA Launches Probe into Nationwide-Virgin Money Merger
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has initiated a formal 'phase 1' investigation into the proposed £2.9 billion acquisition of Virgin Money by Nationwide Building Society, scrutinising potential impacts on consumer choice and competition.
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.
Police Watchdog: End Non-Crime Hate Incident Logging Now
The head of the UK's police watchdog calls for an immediate halt to recording 'non-crime hate incidents', citing severe threats to free speech and public trust. Exclusive report on the landmark intervention.
Police Watchdog Demands New Powers from Home Secretary
HMICFRS, the police inspectorate, issues a stark warning to the Home Secretary, calling for new legal authority to force action on its recommendations after a review finds widespread inaction from forces across England and Wales.
Nottinghamshire Police refer themselves to watchdog
Nottinghamshire Police refer themselves to watchdog over concerns about investigations linked to India, sparking internal and external reviews into their professional conduct.
Watchdog Buried Mine Lead Health Warning for Mt Isa
A major investigation reveals Queensland's environment watchdog suppressed a report on dangerous lead levels from a Glencore mine, raising serious health concerns for the local community.
Rayner Admits Stamp Duty Error, Refers Herself to Watchdog
Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner has admitted she did not pay stamp duty on her 2015 seaside flat purchase and has contacted HMRC, stating she is prepared to pay any sum due. In a major development, she has also proactively referred herself to Parliam
IAEA Confirms Uranium Traces at Secret Syrian Site
The UN nuclear watchdog, the IAEA, has found particles of processed uranium at a previously undeclared site in Syria. The discovery revives concerns over Damascus's clandestine nuclear activities and potential Israeli involvement.
Emmerdale's Violent Death Scene Sparks Ofcom Investigation
ITV's Emmerdale is under fire after a controversial and violent death scene, prompting a flood of Ofcom complaints from distressed viewers who branded it 'too graphic' and 'insensitive'.
Police fail to record 10% of UK crimes, watchdog reveals
A damning report from HMICFRS uncovers systemic failures in UK police forces, with over 200,000 reported crimes going unrecorded annually, including serious offences like violence and sexual assaults.
Met Police Chief Faces Misconduct Probe Over Case Handling
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley is under formal investigation by the police watchdog over allegations he mishandled complaints related to high-profile officer misconduct cases, raising serious questions about leadership and accountability
Labour MP Faces Watchdog Probe Over Taxi Expenses Claims
Exclusive: Disabled Labour MP Marsha de Cordova is under investigation by the parliamentary watchdog over claims for taxi journeys. The probe centres on whether trips were for personal or parliamentary business.
Watchdog clears Shapps for defence startup role
Ethics watchdog faces backlash for approving former defence secretary Grant Shapps' controversial transition to a private defence startup, raising concerns over conflicts of interest.
Charity asks kids to send Valentine's cards to asylum seekers
A UK charity faces backlash after encouraging children to send Valentine's Day cards to asylum seekers, sparking a debate on appropriateness and political messaging.
Alan Turing Institute staff question AI ethics watchdog
Employees at the Alan Turing Institute have reportedly voiced serious concerns about the effectiveness of the AI ethics watchdog, sparking debates over transparency and accountability in artificial intelligence governance.
EHRC rejects trans ban in women's changing rooms
The UK's equality watchdog has dismissed demands to prevent transgender people from using women's toilets and changing rooms, sparking fresh debate over inclusivity and rights.
Police watchdog warns of 'two-tier policing' risks
The police watchdog has raised concerns over 'two-tier policing' amid growing demands for forces to reveal the nationality and asylum status of criminal suspects.
Trump policy wasted millions on food aid - report
A controversial Trump administration policy forced USAID to spend millions more on American-grown food aid, despite cheaper local options, a watchdog report reveals.
Nigel Farage faces Ofcom probe over migration remarks
Nigel Farage is under investigation by Ofcom following complaints about his remarks on migration during a GB News segment. The watchdog will assess whether the comments breached broadcasting rules.
Air India Exposed: 51 Safety Violations Found
India's aviation watchdog has uncovered 51 alarming safety violations at Air India, raising serious concerns over pilot training and operational standards as investigations into a deadly crash continue.
Farage under investigation by Parliament watchdog
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces scrutiny from the parliamentary standards watchdog over alleged breaches during his election campaign. The investigation could have significant political repercussions.
UK watchdog targets Apple and Google over mobile dominance
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is set to take action against Apple and Google, citing concerns over their duopoly in mobile ecosystems. New regulations could reshape the tech landscape.
UK watchdog probes Deloitte’s Glencore audits
The UK's Financial Reporting Council investigates Deloitte’s audits of mining giant Glencore amid concerns over potential regulatory breaches.
Johnson slams "useless" post-ministerial jobs watchdog
Former PM Boris Johnson criticises the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments (ACOBA) as ineffective, amid calls to scrap the post-ministerial jobs watchdog.
New watchdog to tackle UK water pollution crisis
As public outrage grows over sewage spills and water pollution, a new regulatory body promises to hold water companies accountable. But will it be enough to clean up Britain's rivers and coasts?
New watchdog to oversee water firms amid bill and pollution crisis
A new regulatory body is set to monitor water companies in England and Wales following widespread criticism over soaring bills and environmental damage.
HMRC criticised for failing to track billionaires' tax
A damning report reveals HMRC's failure to effectively track the tax obligations of the UK's wealthiest individuals, sparking calls for urgent reforms.
UK Debt Crisis: Watchdog Warns of Economic Peril
Britain's fiscal watchdog raises alarm as national debt surges, urging immediate action to avert economic disaster. Chancellor Reeves faces mounting pressure to deliver growth.
Republicans challenge US consumer finance watchdog
Republicans challenge the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's funding structure, escalating tensions over financial oversight in the US.
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