News & Updates
Here is the latest news from the UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition, including public statements and news updates on our campaign to stamp out SLAPPs in the UK
The UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition reiterates its support for Carole Cadwalladr following Supreme Court decision
The UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition reiterates its support for Carole Cadwalladr following the Supreme Court decision to refuse her permission to appeal the costs order made by the Court of Appeal in May 2023.
UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition’s response to the King’s Speech
The absence of an anti-SLAPP Bill in today’s King’s Speech is a significant disappointment for members of the UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition and the public watchdogs they support.
A landmark moment – but we can’t stop here
The UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition welcomes the passage of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECB2), which includes the first anti-SLAPP provision in UK law.
Over 60 editors, journalists, writers, publishers and experts call on the UK Government to commit to a standalone anti-SLAPP law in the King’s Speech
Over 60 editors, journalists, writers, publishers, academics and experts have written to Justice Secretary Alex Chalk KC MP to request that a standalone anti-SLAPP Bill is included in the King’s Speech.
The UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition welcomes the establishment of UK Government SLAPPs Taskforce
The UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition welcomes the establishment of a UK Government led taskforce on Strategic Lawsuits against Public Participation (SLAPPs),...
UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition submitted evidence to the Council of Europe
On 2 August 2023, the UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition submitted evidence in response to the public consultation on the draft text of the Council of Europe...
Council of Europe launches SLAPP Consultation
The Council of Europe has announced a public consultation on the draft text of the Committee of Ministers Recommendation on Countering Strategic...
Government-led anti-SLAPP amendment a welcome first step for the UK, but falls short of protecting against all SLAPP actions
The UK Government announced, on Tuesday 13 June, an anti-SLAPP amendment to the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill, currently...
Stopping SLAPPs: UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition’s Website Launch
Join us to learn about Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) as the UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition launches its website. The UK...
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