The Guardian has now published its investigation into David Walliams. This is a terrible week for men with power who thought they could get away with anything. www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio...
Russell Brand’s defence barrister standing up in court and describing a man anally raping a victim as a “short and momentary failure” is a sickening insight into how the legal system treats violence against women.
It should never be underestimated what it takes to get a rapist convicted in a court of law, let alone a celebrity. Nothing but respect for the women - and journalists - who brought Brand to justice. May it act as a warning to every man who thinks they can get away with it.
“For decades, the right has set the boundaries for what Britain’s safety net can be. The conventional wisdom is change can only go one way: the benefits system can become more punitive and error-strewn, but never more compassionate or accurate.” Today’s col. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
This is incredibly sad. I once interviewed RJ Mitte on the Southbank and he was very friendly and joyful on a sunny day by the river. He leaves a legacy of disability representation on the screen; something that is far from easy to achieve and still too rare. www.theguardian.com/culture/2026...
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