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Paul Brackley is the editor of the Cambridge Independent and editorial director for Iliffe Media Ltd. He helped to launch the company and title in 2016, taking the newspaper to four Weekly Newspaper of the Year Awards in four years. He has previously worked as editor and editor-in-chief at daily and weekly newspapers across Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire.

Read the letter in full: What leaders in Cambridgeshire told government about scrapping existing councils

31 March 2025
Read the letter in full: What leaders in Cambridgeshire told government about scrapping existing councils

Read the letter in full: What leaders in Cambridgeshire told government about scrapping existing councils

31 March 2025

They have responded to minister Jim McMahon over devolution plans.


Lib Dem MP Ian Sollom accused of spending above limit on General Election campaign - but says it’s an admin error

30 March 2025
Lib Dem MP Ian Sollom accused of spending above limit on General Election campaign - but says it’s an admin error

Lib Dem MP Ian Sollom accused of spending above limit on General Election campaign - but says it’s an admin error

30 March 2025

Electoral Commission report says St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire MP spent £29,941.76.


Dementia patients and carers asked for views on drug research by University of Cambridge

28 March 2025
Dementia patients and carers asked for views on drug research by University of Cambridge

Dementia patients and carers asked for views on drug research by University of Cambridge

28 March 2025

Feedback on a new website will help guide trials.


Third phase of consultation on Eddington development launched by University of Cambridge

27 March 2025
Third phase of consultation on Eddington development launched by University of Cambridge

Third phase of consultation on Eddington development launched by University of Cambridge

27 March 2025

See details for all the drop-in sessions and webinar.


Powerful MRI brain scan technique enables Addenbrooke’s to offer life-changing surgery to epilepsy patients

27 March 2025
Powerful MRI brain scan technique enables Addenbrooke’s to offer life-changing surgery to epilepsy patients

Powerful MRI brain scan technique enables Addenbrooke’s to offer life-changing surgery to epilepsy patients

27 March 2025

New technique makes lesions more visible.


Will electric air taxis soon be flying from London to Cambridge?

24 March 2025
Will electric air taxis soon be flying from London to Cambridge?

Will electric air taxis soon be flying from London to Cambridge?

24 March 2025

Joby Aviation has signed a partnership with Virgin Atlantic.


The free VR platform that cures public speaking fears, by University of Cambridge scientists

21 March 2025
The free VR platform that cures public speaking fears, by University of Cambridge scientists

The free VR platform that cures public speaking fears, by University of Cambridge scientists

21 March 2025

And it works with your smartphone.


Extreme weight loss or weight gain increases risk of death in obese individuals with cardiovascular disease, ARU study finds

21 March 2025
Extreme weight loss or weight gain increases risk of death in obese individuals with cardiovascular disease, ARU study finds

Extreme weight loss or weight gain increases risk of death in obese individuals with cardiovascular disease, ARU study finds

21 March 2025

The researchers analysed 8,297 people over 14 years.


New map of landscape beneath the ice reveals Antarctica is more vulnerable than we thought

20 March 2025
New map of landscape beneath the ice reveals Antarctica is more vulnerable than we thought

New map of landscape beneath the ice reveals Antarctica is more vulnerable than we thought

20 March 2025

Led by the British Antarctic Survey, it features decades of data.


Farmland in South Cambridgeshire facing East West Rail threat becomes County Wildlife Site

16 March 2025
Farmland in South Cambridgeshire facing East West Rail threat becomes County Wildlife Site

Farmland in South Cambridgeshire facing East West Rail threat becomes County Wildlife Site

16 March 2025

The farmland, known as Westfield, is part of the 400-acre Lark Rise Farm


Routine asthma test is more reliable in the morning and affected by seasons, Cambridge researchers find

14 March 2025
Routine asthma test is more reliable in the morning and affected by seasons, Cambridge researchers find

Routine asthma test is more reliable in the morning and affected by seasons, Cambridge researchers find

14 March 2025

Test reliability declines with every passing hour of the day.


Why it’s farewell to Reach Ride, as Camcycle confirms it won’t take place in 2025

13 March 2025
Why it’s farewell to Reach Ride, as Camcycle confirms it won’t take place in 2025

Why it’s farewell to Reach Ride, as Camcycle confirms it won’t take place in 2025

13 March 2025

The charity has explained why it won’t be hosting the cycle ride to Reach Fair this year.


‘Eureka’ moment as scientists uncover mechanism that enables aspirin to prevent spread of some cancers

13 March 2025
‘Eureka’ moment as scientists uncover mechanism that enables aspirin to prevent spread of some cancers

‘Eureka’ moment as scientists uncover mechanism that enables aspirin to prevent spread of some cancers

13 March 2025

It reduces the metastasis of some cancers by stimulating the immune system.


Property experts get insight into £300m Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital

11 March 2025
Property experts get insight into £300m Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital

Property experts get insight into £300m Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital

11 March 2025

Construction is due to begin next year, hears audience at The Bradfield Centre.


How Mill Road memorial fountain honouring United Indian Army could look

10 March 2025
How Mill Road memorial fountain honouring United Indian Army could look

How Mill Road memorial fountain honouring United Indian Army could look

10 March 2025

The project is being led by Mill Road Traders and the mayor of Cambridge.


Nurse Molly runs TTP Cambridge Half Marathon in aid of Addenbrooke’s, where she was treated for leukaemia as a child

09 March 2025
Nurse Molly runs TTP Cambridge Half Marathon in aid of Addenbrooke’s, where she was treated for leukaemia as a child

Nurse Molly runs TTP Cambridge Half Marathon in aid of Addenbrooke’s, where she was treated for leukaemia as a child

09 March 2025

The 22-year-old is now a paediatric oncology nurse working on the ward that looked after her.


Authors tell city’s MP the government has AI and copyright plan ‘the wrong way around’

08 March 2025
Authors tell city’s MP the government has AI and copyright plan ‘the wrong way around’

Authors tell city’s MP the government has AI and copyright plan ‘the wrong way around’

08 March 2025

The government has caused alarm with its proposals for a data mining exception.

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Oldest person with rare disease MSMD welcomes Cambridge-led NHS network on condition

07 March 2025
Oldest person with rare disease MSMD welcomes Cambridge-led NHS network on condition

Oldest person with rare disease MSMD welcomes Cambridge-led NHS network on condition

07 March 2025

Retired teacher Geraldine, 75, was one of the first in the world to be diagnosed.


#21toWatch 2025 winners revealed, showcasing emerging innovations and entrepreneurs

07 March 2025
#21toWatch 2025 winners revealed, showcasing emerging innovations and entrepreneurs

#21toWatch 2025 winners revealed, showcasing emerging innovations and entrepreneurs

07 March 2025

Seventh annual awards spotlight talent across Cambridge and the East of England.


Delays to genomic test results for lung cancer patients ‘unacceptable’ say Cambridge experts

06 March 2025
Delays to genomic test results for lung cancer patients ‘unacceptable’ say Cambridge experts

Delays to genomic test results for lung cancer patients ‘unacceptable’ say Cambridge experts

06 March 2025

Some lab samples are even sent by second-hand post, report reveals.


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