Day of justice
JUSTICE has finally caught up with Russell Brand, a rapacious monster who used fame as a licence to abuse.
Behind the chaotic high-minded facade was a predator who thought his celebrity status put him beyond the reach of the rules of acceptable behaviour.
show how wrong he was.
But let’s be absolutely clear. would still be hiding behind his multi-million-pound empire if it were not for the fearless power of investigative journalism, and the enormous bravery of his victims.
It was the explosive 2023 joint expose by Dispatches, The Times and The Sunday Times that tore down his protective shield.
Their reporting gave women the courage to go to and demand justice.
Without journalists prepared to investigate powerful people, challenge their denials and publish uncomfortable truths, they might never have felt able to come forward.
Indeed, these convictions may only be the tip of the iceberg, with more women now emboldened to speak to police.
again proves why we must fiercely protect our free Press.
For too long, the rich and powerful have used expensive lawyers to muzzle journalists and escape justice.
Only last week, a prominent public figure sought a lifetime ban on two media organisations revealing his allegedly exploitative behaviour with women and girls on the grounds he would take his own life.
The effect on the public’s right to know would have been chilling.
As The Sun’s own expose of the paedophile showed, investigative journalism isn’t a luxury. It is the ultimate protection for the vulnerable.
Without it, monsters parade undetected in the spotlight — while victims are denied a voice of their own.
He’s majestic
KING Charles is proving himself a world-class asset to Britain and a true master of diplomacy.
While politicians squabble, quietly gets to work, exercising his soft power to win hearts and
His dedication and duty shone once again at the Commonwealth summit in Antigua, reminding us why the monarch matters.
We are lucky he is leading the charge.
Losing gamble
LABOUR was warned that swingeing tax rises on having a flutter would have an impact on jobs and sports funding.
yesterday pulled the plug on a deal to sponsor all five British Classics, including the Derby, the St Leger and the Oaks.
Millions wiped from sports funding at the stroke of the Chancellor’s pen.
