Changes are being made to England’s defamation law after a three-and-a-half-year campaign, writes Padraig Reidy
Victory for free speech as libel bill passes
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‘Giving women a voice may be our most significant achievement’
Mumsnet co-founder Justine Roberts explains the site’s commitment to giving women access to free speech
Will the government allow corporations to sue individuals for libel?
The Libel Reform Campaign is concerned that the government will force through an amendment tabled by libel barrister Edward Garner QC allowing corporations to sue individuals for libel
Libel reform under threat
Libel reform under threat
Thatcher: Paradoxes of secrecy
In this Index on Censorship magazine article from 1988, Duncan Campbell claimed that former UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, who died this week, was “utterly disdainful of press freedom and open government”
India: Kumar versus the censor
Despite making two award-winning documentaries, Indian filmmaker Ashvin Kumar has faced difficulty having his films shown. Mahima Kaul reports on his battle with India’s Censor Board
Index responds to the Royal Charter
The Royal Charter has raised grave concerns over damages and chilling effect on web users
Why is access to freedom of expression important?
Across the world, there are groups who struggle to gain access to freedom of expression.
On the ground: Sao Paulo
Free speech is enshrined in the constitution. But in reality, those with power and influence can stifle critical debate and reporting. It’s time to overhaul the system, says Rafael Spuldar
Spain: The formidable voices of the plazas
Attempts to criminalise demonstrations in Spain could change the face of citizen protest, says Juan Luis Sánchez