Labour think tank commissioned firm to investigate journalist
Summary
A Labour think tank reportedly paid a firm to investigate a journalist and his background, focusing on his religious beliefs and ideology. The investigation was commissioned to look into the origins of a report about undeclared donations. The probe has led to an investigation by the Public Relations and Communications Association.Key Facts
- Labour Together is linked with Sir Keir Starmer's leadership election.
- APCO Worldwide received at least £30,000 to conduct the investigation.
- The investigation looked into journalist Gabriel Pogrund's Jewish beliefs and ideological views.
- The report alleged Pogrund's past stories could align with Russian interests.
- Josh Simons, former head of Labour Together and now a Cabinet Office minister, commissioned the report.
- Simons claims APCO Worldwide exceeded the scope of the investigation they were hired for.
- A redacted version of the report was sent to the National Cyber Security Centre over hacking concerns.
- Some Labour MPs are calling for a more thorough investigation.
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