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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.

Law Column: But what does it mean?

Legal expert looks at importance of meaning in defamation cases

Judge lifts reporting restrictions after joint application from publishers

Reporter studied two days a week for diploma

Our fortnightly look at legal issues facing journalists

Journalist hits out at “disappointing” comments by senior detective

Our fortnightly look at legal issues facing journalists

Our fortnightly look at legal issues facing journalists

Our fortnightly look at legal issues facing journalists

Identity remains secret despite conviction

Our fortnightly look at legal issues facing journalism

Warning about safeguarding of journalistic material and confidential sources

Judge lifts restrictions in “interests of justice” and as deterrent against knife crime

Our fortnightly look at legal issues facing the industry

News chief criticises false claims paper was paid not to report on trials

Usher “politely asked” group to leave courtroom

Careless journalist acted with a closed mind says judge