UK Needs ‘SLAPP’ Reform
In the news: ‘SLAPP’ libel action against TBIJ dropped after two years
‘SLAPP’ actions always fail. EXCEPT... for lawyers. This system needs reform/overhaul. It's abused by those who are morbidly obsessed or very rich.
From the article:
TBIJ’s chief executive and editor-in-chief Rozina Breen said: “The case has been dropped and our article is still up. I’m delighted that we fought this case and stood behind our article, with the courage and conviction of our journalism.“It’s what the Bureau does best – reporting in the public interest, without fear or favour. We remain committed to public interest journalism and will continue to hold the rich and powerful to account.”
TBIJ had filed a defence relying on the public interest, honest opinion and statutory qualified privilege.