Overview

A Joint Committee of MPs and peers from the House of Commons and House of Lords has issued a report on the Draft Defamation Bill, approving many of the Government's proposals but also recommending further changes that should be made to libel laws. This briefing summarises the core principles:

● freedom of expression/protection of reputation;

● reduction of costs;

● accessibility; and

● cultural changes.

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