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flag UK ordered deletion of Courtsdesk archive, a vital tool for journalists tracking East Lancashire court cases, citing data concerns, sparking outcry over press freedom and transparency.

flag The UK justice system has ordered the deletion of the Courtsdesk archive, a tool used by journalists since 2023 to track court hearings in East Lancashire. flag The archive filled critical gaps in official court lists, which often lack advance notice or accurate details, enabling reporters to cover public interest cases and expose systemic transparency failures. flag Despite prior ministerial approval and widespread use, authorities cited unspecified data protection concerns for the removal. flag Critics warn the move undermines open justice, limits press access, and disproportionately harms under-resourced local reporters, weakening accountability and public oversight.

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