Article 10 - Defamation A01 Flashcards
1
Q
Two types
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libel – written or filmed
slander – spoken or conduct
2
Q
Act
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The Defamation Act
3
Q
s.1(1)
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likely to cause serious harm to the reputation of the claimant
4
Q
s.1(2)
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likely to cause the body serious financial loss
5
Q
How many defences are they for defamation
A
six
6
Q
s.2
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truth
7
Q
s.3
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honest opinion
8
Q
s.4
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public interest
9
Q
s.5
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operators of websites
10
Q
s.6
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peer-reviewed statement in academic or scientific journal
11
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s.7
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reports protected by privilege (parliament and courts)
