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The hidden hand? Inside the enduring questions about Freemasonry in Britain’s corridors of power
Regulatory Matters

The hidden hand? Inside the enduring questions about Freemasonry in Britain’s corridors of power

Written by John Barwell 5 May 202518 August 2026

Within the UK’s legal and regulatory institutions, an age-old question persists: does Freemasonry exert undue influence?

Should UK Judges Face Public Scrutiny? Lessons from a Shocking US Senate Hearing
Judicial Conduct

Should UK Judges Face Public Scrutiny? Lessons from a Shocking US Senate Hearing

Written by John Barwell 27 November 202418 August 2026

Could public scrutiny improve the UK’s judicial appointment process? A controversial US Senate hearing offers food for thought.

Shocking Scandal: Top London Judges Caught in Legal Corruption!
Case Studies

Shocking Scandal: Top London Judges Caught in Legal Corruption!

Written by John Barwell 20 November 202418 August 2026

Allegations of misconduct by two senior London judges threaten to undermine the integrity of the Royal Courts of Justice.

Judge’s Notes Exemptions: The Secret Change Under the Data Protection Act 2018
Case Studies

Judge’s Notes Exemptions: The Secret Change Under the Data Protection Act 2018

Written by John Barwell 7 November 202418 August 2026

A new judicial exemption under the Data Protection Act 2018 limits access to judges’ notes, quietly curbing transparency and sparking debate on fairness and accountability.

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