The Leveson Inquiry was set up in 2011 by the Coalition government to investigate press and police behaviour in the wake of the phone-hacking scandal. Lord Justice Leveson was appointed chairman of the Inquiry which was split into four areas of focus: the relationship between the press and the public and an examination of phone-hacking and other potentially illegal behaviour; the relationship between the press and police and the extent to which that has operated in the public interest; the relationship between press and politicians; and recommendations for a more effective policy and regulation that supports freedom of the press while ensuring the highest ethical standards. The Inquiry heard from witnesses, including including newspaper reporters, management and proprietors, as well police officers, politicians of all parties, celebrities and members of the public.