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Hello there,
It is a juicy story of scandal at the heart of journalism that has people talking this week.
The Guardian has accused the News of the World of breaking the law by using private investigators to tap phones belonging to MPs, celebrities and leading figures in the sporting world. It alleges that the newspaper has paid out £1 million to settle legal cases.
At the heart of the story is the issue of privacy and the question over what the difference is between a story in the public interest and stories that the public find interesting.
Panorama's recent look at the question of privacy delved into the world of litigation and asked whether Britain's privacy laws are limiting press freedom.
In The Death of Kiss and Tell, Clive Goodman reported on the impact high profile cases, often involving celebrities and the tabloid press, have had on curbing the press' right to tell stories over an individual's right to privacy.
If you missed the programme you can watch it on the Panorama website where you will find more information on the programme including a video which puts you in the position of editor faced with some tough calls.
POLICE AND PROTEST
The G8 have been meeting in Italy this week. The last time the Italians played host to the summit, in 2001, riots resulted in the death of one protester in clashes with police in which hundreds were injured.
When the G20 came to London earlier this year the police seem prepared for any potential violence, but although the demonstrations were mainly peaceful, questions have since been raised about the Met's tactics on the day.
In Monday's programme, Panorama looked into the landscape of protest around the country following concerns about the G20 and asked, are people still free to take to the streets?
Speaking to campaigners from all backgrounds, from retired scientists to students, the programme exposed a creeping use of police surveillance powers to monitor lawful protests and those involved in campaigning.
Despite the diversity of the issues being campaigned about, all reported concerns over what they saw as a threat to their democratic right to protest, a charge strongly denied by the police.
If you missed the programme you can catch it on the BBC iPlayer.
And for a quick summary of the problems protestors have experienced watch our video extra.
BACK IN THE NEWS
This week has seen a roll call of deaths for military personnel operating in Afghanistan in the latest operation involving the British army.
Seven men have lost their lives in the last week in the British assault against the Taliban.
Just this month, Panorama reporter John Sweeney was across the border in Pakistan where the country's army are fighting a similar battle against the Taliban in Swat Valley.
He travelled with the Pakistani army to the frontline of their attack, where he came under fire in the very real and dangerous battle the Pakistani's say they have to win to prevent civil war.
You can watch the programme on the Panorama website where you can also find more information on John's visit to Swat.
COMING UP: TORTURE CHARGES?
Panorama has spent several months investigating the use of torture against terrorist suspects held by the UK.
Monday's programme will see the fruits of that investigation with reporter Hilary Andersson uncovering evidence that will fuel the debate on whether interrogators, lawyers or politicians should face charges for sanctioning interrogation techniques that may have broken international law.
Licence to Torture is on Monday 13 July, BBC One at 8.30pm.
PANORAMA CALL OUT
Are migrants jumping the queue?
We are told that there is no bias in favour of migrants in the current social housing waiting list system. Is that true or do you know different?
The BBC would like to hear from people who have experience of social housing following a report from the Equalities and Human Rights Commission which said there is no evidence that new arrivals in the UK can jump the queue.
It has been a campaign issue for the British National Party and the government has said it will change policy in favour of local people. So is the belief that migrants get favourable treatment a myth?
Whether you've been on the receiving end of unfairness or are at the decision making end working for a local authority social housing provider, we'd like to hear from you.
If you are interested in telling us your story email panorama@bbc.co.uk with the word HOUSING in the subject heading.
Your details will not be published but you might be contacted by a BBC researcher, so please remember to include a phone number or e-mail address.
That's all for this week but you can keep up to date with Panorama on our website.
And remember you can e-mail us anytime at panorama@bbc.co.uk
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