Anti-SLAPP Legislation in the UK: Where Are We Now?

Erin Ferguson; Justin Borg Barthet

Anti-SLAPP Legislation in the UK: Where Are We Now?

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Abstract

Strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs) are unfounded or otherwise abusive legal claims tend to silence critics and chill freedom of expression by exposing SLAPP targets to the prospect of a lengthy and expensive process of defending legitimate work. This opinion piece examines the need for a stronger commitment from the UK to combat SLAPPs.

Original language	English
Media of output	Online
Publication status	Published - 9 Apr 2024

Keywords

SLAPP
freedom of expression
defamation
public participation
law reform

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