Is it in the public interest?
- For CLQP to come into play it has to be seen as 'in the public interest', so this may be a case involving a high profile murder or a celebrity.
Anything said in court can be reported using QP as a defence, but only if it is 'Fast Accurarte and Fair.' A reporter must sum up both sides of the story, even if they just say that the defence denies these allegations, or that they plead guilty to them.
Absolute Privilege
Anyone representing (and including) the Monarch can do whatever they like, but only in court.
10 Point Test
Sunday Times reports that the PM of Ireland, Reynolds, is covering accounts of child molesting by certain Catholic priests. He tried to get the Sunday Times gagged but lost due to public interest as they would rather know who the wrong-doers are than not. This has a very good legal standing in QP.
Press Complaints Comission Code of Standards
- Exposes crime
- Protecting Health and Safety
- Prevents public from being mislead by government
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