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The Independent is a major British daily national newspaper, launched in 1986 as an antidote to its often overtly political rivals. The publication's evolution has been considerable, but it has also retained a distinctive position in British journalism. Featuring the work of journalists and columnists from across the political spectrum, the paper is generally regarded as centrist, presenting alternative perspectives on the news of the day. This archive covers the full run of The Independent from its first issue in 1986 through 2021, including all installments of The Independent on Sunday, providing researchers with unbridled access to this paper’s renowned centrist journalism.