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MNN Global · February 10, 2026 · 1 min read

Former Daily Mail editor denies unlawful information gathering claims

What happened: Paul Dacre told the High Court that allegations of hacking by Daily Mail staff are 'preposterous' and 'inconceivable'.

Why it matters:

  • The case questions journalistic practices and legal boundaries in media organisations.
  • It could impact the reputation and operations of the Daily Mail and similar outlets.

MNN Take: The trial centres on whether Daily Mail employees engaged in illegal information gathering, with the former editor strongly denying such claims.

Sources: BBC News (Breaking)