"In the last 15 or 20 years, I've watched the British press simply go to hell. There seems to be no limit, no depths to which the tabloids won't sink. I don't know who these people are but they're little pigs"

John Le Carre's quote is a commentary on the decrease of the British press in current years. He reveals his dismay at the lack of journalistic integrity and standards in the tabloids, referring to them as "little pigs". He suggests that the tabloids have no limitations and will sink to any depths to get a story. This might consist of sensationalizing stories, attacking people's privacy, and publishing false details. Le Carre's quote is a suggestion of the significance of ethical journalism and the requirement for journalism to be held responsible for its actions. It is a call to action for the British press to take obligation for its actions and to strive for greater standards.