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The Independent, 12 Aug 2026

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The Independent is a British daily newspaper that launched in 1986, establishing a reputation for clear reporting and commentary that speaks to readers across the UK. The publication’s editorial focus is built on international news coverage, public-interest investigations and accessible explanations of complex policy debates. Its journalists track global affairs, culture, science and politics with a direct style that helps readers understand how events connect and why they matter. Regular coverage highlights environmental concerns, human rights issues and technological change, balancing quick overviews with deeper analysis. The Independent encourages a wide range of perspectives, offering commentary that reflects the breadth of its audience and the evolving conversations that shape public life. Its reporting often examines the impact of political decisions on daily experiences, using plain language to keep information approachable. The newspaper’s trailblazing coverage has earned it significant recognition, including being named National Newspaper of the Year at The Press Awards. Available on PressReader, The Independent newspaper delivers thoughtful journalism and timely coverage for readers looking for clarity and global awareness.

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ArticleBurnham vows to end ‘throw away key’ jail scan­dal

Andy Burnham has pledged to end the injustice of indef­in­ite jail terms as part of meas­ures to ease prison over­crowding and stop PC Andrew Harper’s killers from being freed early. The prime min­is­ter said he is “increas­ingly con­fid­ent” he can...

Burnham vows to end ‘throw away key’ jail scan­dal

ArticleThe end is finally in sight for this ‘throw away the key’ pris­ons scan­dal

The end seems to be at hand, at last, for the long­fes­ter­ing scan­dal of people being sen­tenced to dec­ades in prison for rel­at­ively minor offences. The prime min­is­ter, Andy Burnham, is to be warmly con­grat­u­lated for listen­ing to the pleas...

The end is finally in sight for this ‘throw away the key’ pris­ons scan­dal

ArticleBurnham vows to resolve ‘lon­grun­ning injustice’ of indef­in­ite jail sen­tences

The prime min­is­ter has vowed to resolve the “long-run­ning injustice” of indef­in­ite jail terms as part of meas­ures to ease prison over­crowding and stop PC Andrew Harper’s killers from being freed early. Andy Burnham said he is “increas­ingly...

Burnham vows to resolve ‘lon­grun­ning injustice’ of indef­in­ite jail sen­tences