Blackstone's Guide to the Defamation Act

• Clear explanation of the new provisions in the Defamation Act by a team of experts from 5RB
• An excellent quick reference tool, logically organized and following the structure of the Act
• Thorough yet concise narrative exploring how the law will work in practice
• Includes the full text of the Act

The Defamation Act constitutes a significant overhaul of UK defamation legislation, which follows years of concern about the detrimental effects that preceeding libel laws had on freedom of expression, and the extent to which the jurisdiction had become a magnet for libel claimants. 

This new Blackstone's Guide combines the full text of the Act and extracts of related relevant legislation with an expert narrative. It brings practitioners up-to-date with this complex piece of drafting. Its clear and practical layout make it the ideal reference source for anyone working in the area.

The Blackstone's Guide series delivers concise and accessible books covering the latest legislative changes and amendments. First published soon after enactment, they offer expert commentary by leading names on the scope, extent, and effects of the legislation, plus a full copy of the Act itself. They provide a cost-effective solution to key information needs and are the perfect companion for any practitioner needing to get up to speed with the latest changes.

Readership: Primary: solicitors and barristers specializing in defamation law, reputation management, libel law, or human rights (especially freedom of expression and privacy), whether in private practice or in-house in international, national, and local media organizations. Secondary: the judiciary and academics specializing in human rights, civil liberties, constitutional law, and media law.