The fact that England has become an international centre for libel litigation underlines the need for urgent reform There has never been such momentum for reforming English libel law. The impetus has come, to our shame, from overseas. Neither our own … [Read more...] about Our Libel Laws Shame Us
The Laws That Stain Britain's Good Name
Libel tourism isn't just a matter for the media elite. Freedom of speech for everyone is in danger. Britain is a pariah state, shunned by its allies and exploited by the unsavoury. The state of English libel laws (Scotland's provisions are a little … [Read more...] about The Laws That Stain Britain's Good Name
Freedom Of Speech Under Attack In The U.S. As Well
Dr. Ehrenfeld: Free speech is a constitutional right in the U.S. but foreign libel judgments are threatening it. "Let's protect ourselves." Vrijheid van meningsuiting ook in VS onder vuur ACHTERGROND, Van onze correspondent Diederik van … [Read more...] about Freedom Of Speech Under Attack In The U.S. As Well
Judge Attacks Stifling Of Free Speech And 'Libel Tourism'
Demand: Lord Chief Justice calls for new laws to rein in the powers of judges in libel cases The Lord Chief Justice yesterday delivered a sharp warning to judges not to trespass on the freedoms of Parliament. ﾠ Lord Judge, who acts as the figurehead … [Read more...] about Judge Attacks Stifling Of Free Speech And 'Libel Tourism'
How Our Senior Libel Judge Stamps On Free Speech All Over The World
Mr. Justice Eady's rulings amplify the democratic world's most illiberal laws enabled by 12 years of utterly feeble leadership. Trafigura's super-injunction is weird for lots of reasons. But the strangest fact is this: it has nothing to do with the … [Read more...] about How Our Senior Libel Judge Stamps On Free Speech All Over The World
California Bans British 'Libel Tourism'
Arnold Schwarzenegger, the Governor of California, has brought in laws to deter celebrities and businessmen travelling to Britain to sue American-based publications in what has become known as libel tourism. The new measures, personally signed off by … [Read more...] about California Bans British 'Libel Tourism'
California The Latest State To Pass A Law Opposing British Libel Judgments
The governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger, yesterday signed a law that will allow the state's courts to refuse to enforce British libel judgments. It effectively negates the practice of libel tourism. It is symbolic of the growing opposition … [Read more...] about California The Latest State To Pass A Law Opposing British Libel Judgments
Barbra Streisand Strikes Again
Press freedom and the internet: A gagging order backfires THIS week a national newspaper ran a fascinating story about absolutely nothing. The Guardian reported on its front page on October 13th that a question had been tabled by an MP in … [Read more...] about Barbra Streisand Strikes Again
Arnold Schwarzenegger Gets Tough Over Libel Tourists To The Uk
The state of California yesterday banned libel tourism in an effort to resist the influence of British judges. Its governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a law which will allow its courts to refuse to enforce libel judgments handed down in London. He … [Read more...] about Arnold Schwarzenegger Gets Tough Over Libel Tourists To The Uk
U.S. Authorities Claim Al-Qaeda Has Financial Difficulties
A senior official at the U.S. Treasury is claiming that al-Qaeda has encountered financial difficulties and during the course of the year has made more than one appeal for funds. Rachel Ehrenfeld said... "They call themselves the Taliban, they call … [Read more...] about U.S. Authorities Claim Al-Qaeda Has Financial Difficulties