Daily Mail Clears Name in Phone Hacking Trial

Lawyers for the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday have concluded their defense in a high-profile phone hacking trial, dismissing allegations from Prince Harry and six other prominent figures. The case, which lasted eleven weeks, involved claims of phone taps, landline bugs, and information theft through blagging. The newspapers barrister argued that the claims were unfounded, presenting evidence such as tips from legitimate sources, public records, and even friendly Facebook messages between Harry and a reporter. The papers reviewed over three million lines of financial data and thousands of journalists notepads, finding no evidence of wrongdoing. A key private investigator denied any involvement, calling a supposed confession a fake. The claimants side maintains they have a strong case, warning that a guilty finding would be devastating for the papers. The judge is set to deliver his decision post-Easter weekend, leaving everyone in suspense.

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