What happened: Keir Starmer faces demands for an inquiry after a Cabinet Office minister commissioned a report containing ‘baseless claims’ about journalists investigating Labour Together, a thinktank linked to Starmer. The report was commissioned in 2023 by minister Josh Simons.
Why it matters:
- Raises concerns about government transparency and media freedom.
- Affects journalists investigating political organisations and public trust in Labour.
MNN Take: The situation highlights tensions between political figures and the press, emphasising the need for clear oversight when official reports target journalists.
Sources: Guardian UK