This bill stops people using lawsuits to silence journalists and activists who speak about matters of public interest. Defendants can ask a court to dismiss the case early if the claimant is unlikely to win.
A Bill to make provision about the misuse of litigation to suppress freedom of expression.
Status: In Progress
Current House: Lords
Stage: 1st reading
Sponsored by: Baroness Stowell of Beeston
Introduced: 2026-06-16