The Leveson Inquiry

The Leveson Inquiry was a public investigation in the UK, launched in 2011 after the News of the World phone-hacking scandal. Chaired by Lord Justice Leveson, it examined the practices of the press, focusing on media ethics, the relationship between the press and public authorities, and the impact of media on society. The inquiry aimed to assess the way journalists gather information and the need for regulation to prevent abuses. Its findings led to discussions about press standards and the creation of new governance structures to promote ethical journalism and protect the public from media malpractice.