defamation
Joey Barton to pay extra £35,000 to settle libel claim with Jeremy Vine
Lawyers for the broadcaster said he feels ‘vindicated’.
By Callum Parke, PA Law Reporter
Portrayal in Steve Coogan’s Richard III film had defamatory meaning, judge rules
University official Richard Taylor is suing Mr Coogan and two production companies for libel over his portrayal in the film, The Lost King.
By Callum Parke, PA Law Reporter
Former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra indicted for royal defamation
There has been a delay in arresting the 74-year-old after he contracted Covid-19.
By Manuel Rueda, Associated Press
Michelle O’Neill says no Sinn Fein policy to ‘silence anybody’ after Kelly legal action
Individual party members are entitled to decide themselves if they want to pursue legal action, the deputy leader said.
By Cillian Sherlock, PA
Damning decision against ‘scandalous, frivolous and vexatious’ Gerry Kelly highlights need for ‘Slapp’ reform
The Irish News view: Journalists must have the freedom to express opinions and make reasonable criticism of political figures and their decisions
By The Irish News
Noel Clarke faced ‘trial by media’ over misconduct allegations, High Court told
The actor and producer is suing the publisher of The Guardian newspaper for libel.
By Jess Glass, PA Law Editor
Elon Musk threatens to sue the Anti-Defamation League over lost revenue on X
The social media platform owner said the campaign group had ‘falsely accused’ both X and Mr Musk of being antisemitic.
By Martyn Landi, PA Technology Correspondent