Journalists from across The Independent reflect on its past and present, celebrating 40 years since its launch. Since it was founded in 1986, The Independent has been a global force in news, founded on the principle of being free from political party allegiance and proprietor influence. It was this spirit of innovation, disruption and free-thinking that led The Independent to forego print in 2016, recognising that the future was online. Now, its journalism can be found in the form of documentaries, podcasts, newsletters, YouTube shows, social media and of course the written word - all trusted by audiences around the world.