independent
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There has already been one independent inquiry into the trust's treatment of young people admitted to hospital with a mental health problem.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
“The board has been surprised and disappointed to learn of governance oversight and conduct issues it deems unacceptable and has taken decisive action,” said Amanda Blanc, senior independent director at BP, a statement.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
She currently serves as creative and projects editor at the Guardian, UCSD’s independent student-run newspaper, where she leads cross-section collaboration and develops innovative approaches to storytelling.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
Ian Tyler, currently chair of building materials firm Grafton Group and senior independent director at mining giant Anglo American, will take over as interim chair while the firm searches for a permanent successor.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
Even though Regina felt Bobby was fairly independent, she was worried that he was home alone too much, and she had been seeking someone to childsit for him, to be sort of a companion.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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