Drugs case accused named after judge turns down anonymity request
Press challenges ‘default’ position
Media Law
Media law is ever changing and this index will strive to keep you abreast of developments in this complex and important area of journalism.
Our fortnightly column looking at the latest law issues, written by specialist media lawyers from Foot Anstey, also appears here.
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Our fortnightly look at legal issues facing journalists
Press banned from naming man who posed as child to lure young girls
Ruling is ‘grossly impacting to open justice’ says court reporter
Reporter told to remove domestic abuser’s address from story
Order imposed after female relative’s complaint
Journalist fears ‘end of open justice’ as outcome of inquest withheld
Freelance was refused request for information by coroner
Law column: AI images – a modern take on the traditional court sketch?
Our fortnightly lookat legal issues facing journalists
Judge takes stand against sex case accused seeking reporting bans
Number of applications for anonymity has soared in recent years
Law Column: Courts’ new ADR powers could be a hidden gem for costs
Our fortnightly look at legal issues facing journalists
Law Column: Devolved government publishes its review of Defamation Act (NI) 2022
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Journalist slams court staff over altercation with murder accused’s boyfriend
Journalist was also barred from same hearing
Law Column: Pushing the boundaries of qualified privilege – how far is too far?
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Judge backs press and rejects reporting restriction in sex case
Police said accused had previously been granted anonymity
Investigative reporter celebrates legal battle victory
Journalist pits his wits against barrister to win local authority legal battle on sexism and racism dossier
Trainee journalist wins praise for ‘exemplary’ suicide reporting
Trainee reporter lauded for handling of mental health issues
Minister thanks media for ‘vital role’ in reporting riot cases
Government praises coverage of public disorder hearings
Court staff urged to “buy McNae’s” after journalists kept out of riot hearing
Reporters incorrectly told to “make an application”