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A major lobbying firm, CT Group, is under fire for secretly paying journalists to write favorable articles—essentially cash for coverage—blurring the line between journalism and paid promotion. With a £40 million annual turnover and clients including tobacco giants and Manchester City owners, the firm’s tactics have sparked outrage among MPs and media watchdogs, raising alarms about democracy and press integrity. An undercover investigation revealed the extent of their operations, prompting calls for transparency and accountability. CT Group denies wrongdoing, claiming journalists pursued them, but the damage to public trust is already done. This scandal exposes a dangerous loophole in an industry where freelance reporters are vulnerable—and underscores the urgent need to protect the integrity of our news sources.

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