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The British tradition of “free speech” is a myth. From the middle ages to the present, the law of defamation has worked to cover up misbehaviour by the rich and powerful, whose legal mercenaries intimidate investigative journalists.
Now a new terror has been added through misguided judicial development of the laws of privacy, breach of confidence and data protection, to suppress the reporting of truths of public importance to tell.
Drawing upon the author’s unparalleled experience of defending journalists and editors in English and Commonwealth courtrooms over the past half-century, the book describes the hidden world of lawfare, in which authors struggle against unfair rules that put them always on the defensive and against a costs burden that runs to millions. Law schools do not teach freedom of speech and judges in the Supreme Court do not understand it.
This book identifies and advocates the reforms that will be necessary before Britain can truly boast that it is a land of free speech, rather than a place where free speech can come very expensive.
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Discover the shocking reality behind the myth of "free speech" in Britain with our groundbreaking book, Lawfare. Join the ranks of notable supporters, including Amal Clooney, Sir Geoffrey Bindman KC, and Baroness Helena Kennedy KC, who have described this book as "essential," "authoritative," and "important." This timely publication sheds light on how Russians, the rich, and the government have conspired to prevent free speech, and provides invaluable insights on how to stop them.
Unveiling the hidden world of lawfare, Lawfare exposes the tactics employed by legal mercenaries to intimidate investigative journalists and suppress the reporting of vital truths. Our author, with decades of experience defending journalists and editors in courtrooms across England and Commonwealth nations, offers a firsthand account of the ongoing struggle against unfair rules and exorbitant costs.
It is now more crucial than ever to understand the insidious ways in which privacy, breach of confidence, and data protection laws have been misused to stifle freedom of expression. From the medieval era to the present, the law of defamation has concealed the misdeeds of the rich and powerful. This book delves deep into the history and judicial developments that have eroded true free speech, exposing the dire need for reforms.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to gain unprecedented knowledge on the complexities surrounding freedom of speech. Empower yourself with the necessary insights and join the fight for a society where speaking the truth doesn't come at an exorbitant cost. Grab your copy of Lawfare today and contribute to building a land where free speech truly prevails.
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