Independence matters. It means that we can pursue a story without fear of where it might take us. We can expose corruption or foul play wherever we find it. No shareholders, advertisers or billionaire owners can tell us to censor, edit or drop a story. Our unique ownership structure ensures this. The Scott Trust, set up in 1936, is our sole shareholder, safeguarding our financial and editorial independence, and liberal values, in perpetuity. All profits of the organisation are re-invested in journalism and the constitution of The Scott Trust Limited contains provisions to ensure that no shareholder can benefit financially.
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The Guardian: independence matters
Independence means we can pursue a story without fear of where it might take us. We can expose corruption or foul play wherever we find it
