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We have compiled a range of current news articles* and linked these to the key questions, explored in themes A-D of the specification. You may wishto investigate and integrate into your teaching practice to help contextualise key issues and bring the subject to life!  \n*Any views and opinions expressed through materials linked to this document are solely those of the external provider. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Pearson. Please be aware that the link provided may co ntain third party video content, which may co ntain adverts .  \n| Link | Details | Link to Specification |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| | Should public figures have greater privacy or do the public have a right to know?\u003Cbr>The role of the media, the right to privacy and the need for free speech spans Papers 1and 2.\u003Cbr>In January, Prince Harry started his case against the UK press for intrusion into his private life. It raises the question of how much freedomthe press should have to cover celebrities and public figures.\u003Cbr>The case links to both Theme A and Theme D. It also touches on Theme Cand isa good example of civil law in action. | Theme A: Living together in the UK\u003Cbr>• 5. Rights, duties and values that underpin democracy\u003Cbr>Theme D Power and influence\u003Cbr>• 3.The role of the media and a free press\u003Cbr>• 4. Rights and responsibilities of the media |\n| | How much trust do UK citizens have in the police force?\u003Cbr>This is another topic that splits across two themes .\u003Cbr>Major reforms have been unveiled for the police which were announced in Parliament by the Home\u003Cbr>Secretary. | Theme B: Democracy at workin the UK\u003Cbr>• 6. The Constitution Theme C: Law and justice\u003Cbr>• 1. The justice system in England and Wales |\n| | Is AI a force for good or bad for society?\u003Cbr>The World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland took place in January. 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