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defamation scot campaign - reform defamation, protect free speech

Scottish PEN response: Scottish Parliament vote to pass the Defamation and Malicious Publications (Scotland) Bill

Yesterday evening (2.3.21), the Scottish Parliament unanimously passed the Defamation and Malicious Publications (Scotland) Bill and heard the final round of proposed amendments.

March 3, 2021
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Legal threats against actor David Paisley are disproportionate and deeply troubling

Scottish PEN argues that defamation law should be not be used by those in positions of power as a means of silencing fair comment or criticism.

February 21, 2021
defamation scot campaign - reform defamation, protect free speech

Anonymous survey asks writers and publishers to share experiences of defamation threats

A new survey from Scottish PEN and the University of Strathclyde is seeking to establish the impact that Scottish defamation law has on writers, publishers and social media users.

February 16, 2021

Survey: Assessing the impact of Scottish defamation law on writers and publishers

In partnership with the University of Strathclyde, this survey from Scottish PEN hopes to assess the impact current defamation law in Scotland has on writers, journalists, editors, publishers, campaigners, and social media users.

December 1, 2020
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Defamation Reform: Scottish PEN responds to the Justice Committee Stage 1 Report

The Justice Committee has today published the Stage 1 report on the Defamation and Malicious Publications (Scotland) Bill. Scottish PEN welcomes the report but highlights the need to progress a one-year limit on bringing defamation action.

October 14, 2020
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Scottish PEN welcomes UK Supreme Court’s judgement in the Serafin v Malkiewicz defamation case

The ability of journalists and members of the public to ask questions, offer criticism and share their opinions on matters of public interest is essential to free expression. This decision only strengthens this position.

June 9, 2020

An Explainer: Scottish Government Consultation on Defamation

The Scottish Government has published its public consultation on defamation reform. Here is an explainer put together to break down some of the issues and why reform is needed.

February 13, 2019

Scottish Government Defamation Consultation Opens

On Monday 14th January, the Scottish Government announced its public consultation on reforming defamation law. This is a vital step to ensuring our laws are fit for the modern age.

January 16, 2019

 

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