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Here are just a few stories covered in June 2021 that we feel proves why our journalism makes a positive difference.

Norfolk MP leads the calls for health secretary Matt Hancock to resign in an exclusive interview with the EDP.

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We continue to expose the failings and long-term impact of a doctor behind botched operations at a Norfolk hospital.

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Eastern Daily Press: Paul Tooth has to recycle bile from his liver, which now collects in a bag, back into his body through a tube up his nosePaul Tooth has to recycle bile from his liver, which now collects in a bag, back into his body through a tube up his nose (Image: Archant)

Our reporter highlights serious data failings at an abandoned Norfolk hospital.

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We led the way on the Norwich City sponsorship scandal, including this in-depth piece raising many questions about the proposed new sponsor. The club subsequently scrapped the deal.

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Eastern Daily Press: Norwich City FC has released a statement after the backlash against its new sponsor BK8.Norwich City FC has released a statement after the backlash against its new sponsor BK8. (Image: © Norwich City)

Norfolk police are failing to use stalking protection orders, exposing a potential flaw that could put vulnerable people in further risk.

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Our hard-hitting series told of the great strides made in the fight against County Lines gangs - but also highlighted areas where there is still much to do.

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Eastern Daily Press: Norfolk police involved in a raid linked to county lines drug dealing. Picture: Archant.Norfolk police involved in a raid linked to county lines drug dealing. Picture: Archant. (Image: Archant)

We used Freedom of Information powers to highlight the high wages being paid to some leaders of Norfolk academies.

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Our public affairs correspondent highlighted issues affecting thousands on the A11.

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Eastern Daily Press: The A11 looking towards Norwich from the Elveden bridge. PIC: Sonya DuncanThe A11 looking towards Norwich from the Elveden bridge. PIC: Sonya Duncan (Image: Archant Norfolk Photographic � 2015)

Every day we publish stories about local plans and planning applications so people can remain informed about what's happening where they live. Here is one that will impact the city centre of Norwich.

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Eastern Daily Press: An image showing how the entrance to Block Norwich could look.An image showing how the entrance to Block Norwich could look. (Image: Ellis Williams Architects)

We have proudly campaigned for better mental health services for Norfolk and Waveney for many years. This inquest highlights why that is still very much needed.

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And another heavy hitting campaign focuses on the need for a better and more modern hospital for King's Lynn. This story was part of that campaign.

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Eastern Daily Press: Peggy Copeman died on the side of the road of the M11 while being transported back to Norwich from Devon. A family photograph from her 80th birthday in September 2018. Picture: Fulcher familyPeggy Copeman died on the side of the road of the M11 while being transported back to Norwich from Devon. A family photograph from her 80th birthday in September 2018. Picture: Fulcher family (Image: Archant)