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European Parliament calls for rules against abusive lawsuits targeting critical voices

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Published on: 11 November 2021

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LNB News 11/11/2021

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Issue Date: 11 November 2021

Published Date: 11 November 2021

Jurisdiction(s): European Union

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The European Parliament has called for the introduction of new EU rules against abusive lawsuits which target critical voices. In a recent report, MEPs have proposed a series of measures to counteract the threat that Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) pose to journalists, NGOs and civil society in Europe. The Commission is expected to present a European Media Freedom Act in 2022, aimed to safeguard the independence and pluralism of media.

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