Bureau of Investigative Journalism

The Bureau of Investigative Journalism (BIJ) is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to producing in-depth investigative journalism. They focus on uncovering stories that might otherwise go untold, often working on complex, long-term projects. Recently, the BIJ has been in the news for its investigation into the significant rise of factory-style dairy farming in the UK. Their findings revealed a more than doubling in the number of intensive dairy farms that permanently confine cattle indoors over the past decade, driven by increasing costs and farmers facing losses on milk sales. This reporting highlights concerns about animal welfare and the industrialization of agriculture. While not directly involved in the Wise money-laundering investigation, the BIJ's work underscores the importance of rigorous scrutiny across various sectors, from finance to farming, by independent journalistic bodies.