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A new study finds an  ‘unprecedented decline’ in the core institutions of the UK’s democratic system – particularly at Westminster.

Transparency International UK says claims that HMRC refused to help investigate a company because of its political donations are a matter of deep concern.

The Electoral Commission has called for changes to the law to further improve transparency and strengthen confidence in the UK’s political finance rules.

Two British development workers are establishing a project to support the growing number of street children in war-torn Congo, cooperating with the Anglican Church. It will be based in Lubumbashi, the country's second city.