UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition welcomes Wayne David MP’s Anti-SLAPP Bill
The Private Members’ Bill marks a “crucial milestone for the UK to stamp out all SLAPPs targeting public interest reporting.”
King’s speech must include standalone anti-SLAPP law
NUJ joins over 60 signatories in calling for urgent legislation to protect journalists.
NUJ welcomes creation of government-led UK SLAPPs taskforce
The union will represent members through its seat, noting the taskforce as a “significant step in tackling the scourge of strategic litigation aimed at crushing freedom of expression.”
NUJ welcomes anti-SLAPP amendments but repeats call for standalone legislation from government
Union calls for journalists' protections on all SLAPP cases, and not those limited in scope to economic crime.
Cadwalladr Court of Appeal decision a major blow to public interest journalism
The Court of Appeal has instructed journalist Carole Cadwalladr to pay costs in excess of £1m to multimillionaire Arron Banks.
Croatia: NUJ expresses concern over increasing use of SLAPPs
Over 900 active cases including those against journalists are burdening courts and attempting to censor the press.
NUJ welcomes government commitment to SLAPP "clampdown"
A new consultation seeks views on proposals tackling the weaponising of lawsuits to silence journalists.
IFJ launches global proposals in response to covid crisis
IFJ survey shows depth of crisis for media and demands urgent action to save jobs, protect independent media and fund quality journalism.
