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You may not be aware that the truth is not an absolute defence against libel under English law. Not only do you have to prove what you wrote was true, you also
by rm445 14y ago
You may not be aware that the truth is not an absolute defence against libel under English law. Not only do you have to prove what you wrote was true, you also have to prove it was in the public interest to publish it.
- handelaar 14y agoThat is absolutely incorrect. Demonstrating that what you published is true is an complete and unimpeachable defence against any libel action.
- kellerscholl 14y agoI believe that there are privacy considerations for non public figures, though I could easily be wrong.