David Hencke, journalist who exposed 'cash for questions' scandal, dies at 79
David Hencke, the Guardian journalist who exposed the 1990s ‘cash for questions’ scandal, died from liver cancer at age 79. He played a key role in uncovering political misconduct that led to the resignations of two Conservative ministers. Hencke was renowned for his investigative prowess during his more than three decades at the Guardian.
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Published 27 Jun 2026, 11:30 UTC · Updated 27 Jun 2026, 11:50 UTC
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