Seven women say that a star columnist groped them or made unwanted sexual advances. But Britain’s news media has a complicated relationship with outing its own.
Author: Jane Bradley
‘Troubling’ Race Disparity Is Found in U.K. Prosecution Decisions
Black and biracial people in England and Wales are significantly more likely to be prosecuted than white people who have been arrested on comparable charges, according to a major study.
UK Acknowledges Signs of Race Disparity Over Joint Enterprise Cases
The government recognition that “joint enterprise” prosecutions may “affect some groups disproportionately,” an apparent first, followed a Times investigation.
U.K. Doubles Down on a Tactic Disproportionately Targeting Black People
The United States helped inspire Britain’s tough-on-crime politics. Even as crime fell and warnings mounted, politicians never looked back.
For Rishi Sunak, Family Wealth From Outsourcing Adds to a Secretive Fortune
Britain’s new prime minister married into an $800 million stake in Infosys, a company that does not fit neatly into his party’s views on immigration.
U.K. Officials Won’t Investigate Political Donation Flagged for Russian Origins
A bank alert had said a $630,225 Conservative Party donation originated in a Russian account. The authorities say there’s no evidence that a crime was committed.
Boris Johnson Sidesteps Question on Donation Flagged as Russia-Linked
Britain’s prime minister said all donations are disclosed “in the normal way.” The Conservative Party gave no sign it would return the money.
U.K. Donor Said to Have Funneled Russian Money to Tories
The cash was part of a fund-raising blitz that helped propel Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s party to victory in 2019. Records track $630,225 to a Russian bank account.
A Yearlong Cry for Help, Then Death After an Assault
Daniela Espirito Santo died after an assault by her boyfriend, who had been arrested, then released, by police. Her case is emblematic of Britain’s failure to protect victims of domestic abuse.