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‘father of modern computing’ Dr Alan Turing Receives Pardon

Dr Alan Turing has recently been given a posthumous pardon under the Royal Prerogative of Mercy by the Queen after receiving a request from Justice Secretary Chris Grayling. There has been a long campaign to clear Dr Turing’s name, including a well-supported e-petition and Private Member’s Bill along with support from leading scientists such as…