Andy Coulson jailed for phone hacking

Former News of the World Editor, Andy Coulson has been jailed for 18 months for conspiracy to hack phones. 

The 46-year-old, who went on to become director of communications for UK Prime Minister, David Cameron, was found guilty at the Old Bailey last week.

 He was one of four ex-journalists at the tabloid to be sentenced, along with private investigator Glenn Mulcaire.  

Five defendants, including former News International Chief Rebekah Brooks, were cleared of all charges last week. 

Mr. Cameron, has apologised for hiring him, saying it is right that justice should be done and that no one is above the law.

Source: BBC